Process Innovation Manager

Weiss-Aug Co.; Fairfield, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Accounts (HAS)

Job summary

Weiss-Aug, a leader in precision manufacturing and innovation, invites a Plastics Process Molding Tooling Engineer to join our Molding Department at the Fairfield, NJ facility. You will design, develop, and optimize molding processes for high-tolerance plastic parts, ensuring requirements meet customer specs while controlling costs and maintaining a clean, safe production environment.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of experience, and expertise in DOE, mold tooling, and

Qualifications

• BSME or Plastics related degree required.
• At least 5 years’ experience with plastic process development of high tolerance plastic parts.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering grade plastics as it relates to plastic processing.
• Advanced knowledge of Mold tooling required
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) as it relates to plastic processing.
• Scientific molding expertise: Master Molder preferred
• Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a driven self-starter with the ability to multi-task and set priorities with little supervision
• Must be a team player with the ability to interact effectively across departments
• Must have good Windows-based PC skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• ISO/QS/TS knowledge preferred
• Bi-Lingual (English & Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform DOE on all new tooling programs to establish the optimum molding/manufacturing process.
• Create and maintain all process and/or manufacturing related documentation.
• Supervise Molding Technicians and Process Engineers and assist Quality personnel with any process and/or manufacturing related issues.
• Be a Leader of the Molding Department’s Continuous Improvement Team.
• Participate as a member of the new program development/quoting team.
• Participate as a member of the APQP Project team as it relates to Molding Tooling.
• Participate in all ISO/QS/TS internal and external audits related to the Molding department.
• Promote cleanliness and safety policies and procedures throughout the entire Company.
• Assist in design and fabrication for new mold tooling and identify needed molding technologies (equipment/sensors) to advance capabilities.

Skills

DOE

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

BSME or Plastics related degree

Tools

Mold tooling

ISO/QS/TS knowledge

Job description

Description

Join Weiss-Aug - A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions our Weiss-Aug MedPharma serves the medical device and life science industry, offering unparalleled vertically integrated manufacturing solutions, partnered with in-house product design and engineering services. These combined capabilities provide Weiss-Aug a strategic advantage over the competition, being able to offer our customers a true, single-source supplier option, to meet their most challenging product innovation needs.

As we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, including our latest advancements in materials science, specialty coatings, laser processing, and hybrid additive manufacturing technologies - Weiss-Aug MedPharma needs the best minds in industry. Expanding our team is paramount, bringing in fresh perspectives, ideas and broad-based talent to further enhance our solution offerings, driving new growth and supporting our technology roadmap - including the release of finished drug-delivery / combination devices and machined implants.

We’re currently seeking a passionate and skilled Plastics Process Molding Tooling Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for our Molding Department that focuses on producing parts that meet all Customer specifications at or below standard cost and in a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Design of Experiments (DOE) on all new tooling programs to establish the optimum molding/manufacturing process.
• Create and maintain all process and/or manufacturing related documentation.
• Supervise Molding Technicians and Process Engineers and assist Quality personnel with any process and/or manufacturing related issues.
• Be a Leader of the Molding Department’s Continuous Improvement Team.
• Participate as a member of the new program development/quoting team.
• Participate as a member of the APQP Project team as it relates to Molding Tooling.
• Participate in all ISO/QS/TS internal and external audits related to the Molding department.
• Promote cleanliness and safety policies and procedures throughout the entire Company.
• Assist in design and fabrication for new mold tooling and identify needed molding technologies (equipment/sensors) to advance capabilities.

Requirements

• BSME or Plastics related degree required.
• At least 5 years’ experience with plastic process development of high tolerance plastic parts.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering grade plastics as it relates to plastic processing.
• Advanced knowledge of Mold tooling required
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) as it relates to plastic processing.
• Scientific molding expertise: Master Molder preferred
• Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a driven self-starter with the ability to multi-task and set priorities with little supervision
• Must be a team player with the ability to interact effectively across departments
• Must have good windows-based PC skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• ISO/QS/TS knowledge preferred
• Bi-Lingual (English & Spanish) a plus

This position is at our Fairfield, NJ location.

Pay Range

$120,000 - $140,000 per year

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Savings Accounts (HAS)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Cigna Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance
• Sun Life - Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Smoking Cessation Program
• Pet Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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