Senior Injection Molding Process Engineer

Kimball Electronics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

10 paid holidays

Profit sharing

Health insurance from day 1

401k match

Job summary

Kimball Electronics in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Sr. Injection Mold Process Engineer to develop, implement, and support injection molding processes that meet quality, cost, and delivery goals for our customers.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, process improvements, and coaching molding technicians. You will create detailed work instructions, control plans, and testing procedures aligned with FDA requirements, while advancing robust molding operations and tooling strategies through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience working within a heavily regulated environment.
• Knowledge in a variety of design and production methods as well as materials.
• 3-5 years experience in plastic injection mold processing.
• Ability to manage time and projects while setting and meeting aggressive schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop injection molding processes, creating detailed manufacturing work instructions, set-up/change over instructions, control plans and testing procedures in support of FDA requirements.
• Perform product/process analysis for quality improvements, cost reductions and improved efficiency.
• Optimize the molding operation to meet customer requirements and coach molding technicians.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Experience in a heavily regulated environment

3-5 years experience in plastic injection mold processing

Ability to manage time and projects with aggressive schedules

Job description

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Kimball Medical Solutions is a Medical Device Contract Manufacturer in Indianapolis, IN.

This is an onsite position. We offer 3 weeks of PTO starting your 1st full year in addition to 10 paid holidays. Potential annual profit sharing bonus based on company performance. Major health, dental, vision, and complementary insurances starting day 1. We offer a 50% match on your first 6% of 401k contribution with opportunity for an employer contribution annually.

Position Overview

The mission of the Sr. Injection Molding Process Engineer is to develop, implement, and support injection molding processes as well as to verify and drive improvements while meeting goals of quality, cost and delivery for our customers. If you are a visionary with a “can do” attitude and the motivation to drive a root cause with a company that embraces personal autonomy and empowerment, this role is for you.

Quick Summary

The Sr. Injection Mold Process Engineer is responsible for the development of injection molding processes, creating detailed manufacturing work instructions, set-up/change over instructions, control plans and testing procedures in support of FDA requirements. In addition, this position supports continuous improvement by performing product/process analysis for quality improvements, cost reductions and improved efficiency. You will help the molding operation to optimize the robust injection molding process to meet our customers’ requirements while helping coach, train and guide our molding technicians knowledge and skills.

Basic Background Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience working within a heavily regulated environment
• Knowledge in a variety of design and production methods as well as materials
• 3-5 years experience in plastic injection mold processing
• Ability to manage time and projects while setting and meeting aggressive schedules.

Key Performance Objectives

• Short Term: (0 to 3 months) Learn KEIND Quality system requirements
• Build relationships with key team members
• Assist in validation efforts for commissioning injection mold tools and equipment
• Maintain customer specific system documentation in support of FDA regulatory requirements
• Learn and adopt Kimball Electronics philosophies and culture
• Midterm: (3 to 6 months) Accountable for the development of Injection Molding processes & procedures
• Work with project managers in the execution of project plans
• Assist with development of new tooling and maintenance of existing tooling
• Accountable for systematically addressing tooling and process related issues
• Long term: (6 to 12 months) Ability to obtain Master Molder II credentials
• Accountable for the training of injection molding personnel
• Accountable for the validation of mold tools & equipment
• Coordinate validation efforts with project managers, tool manufacturers and customers

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles! We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).

WHO WE ARE

Kimball Solutions was founded in 1961. We have established ourselves as a global leader in delivering durable electronics and offering contract manufacturing services for a wide range of industries. Our operations are supported by a robust Customer Relationship Management (CRM) model, which provides our customers with convenient access to our global footprint and services throughout the entire product life cycle. We are recognized for our commitment to quality, international standard certifications, financial stability, social responsibility, and long-term relationships, especially in industries that demand rigorous engineering controls and long product life cycles.

WHAT WE DO

We offer our services globally on a contract basis, manufacturing products to our customers’ specifications. Our comprehensive service offerings include:

• Production and testing of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs)
• High-level and final assembly of medical, automotive, and industrial products
• Design services and support
• Supply chain services and support
• Rapid prototyping and new product introduction support
• Product design and process validation and qualification
• Industrialization and automation of manufacturing processes
• Reliability testing (extreme environmental conditions)
• Aftermarket services
• Production and assembly of medical devices, medical disposables, and other non-electronic products
• Drug delivery devices and solutions with and without electronics
• Class 7 and 8 clean room assembly, cold chain, and product sterilization management
• Design engineering and production of precision molded plastics
• Complete product life cycle management

Our Package of Value

Our package of value begins with our core competency of producing durable electronics by providing Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), complemented by contract manufacturing services by our Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) for medical disposables, drug delivery solutions, and precision molded plastics. We combine our design and manufacturing expertise with highly integrated processes and procedures to deliver the highest levels of quality and reliability throughout the entire life cycle of our customers’ products. Our award-winning service, global operations platform, and dedication to standardization and teamwork ensure that we consistently meet and exceed our customers' expectations.