Senior Plastics Process Engineer

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Senior Plastics Process Engineer in Decatur, AL to lead injection molding process development, optimization, and standardization. You will serve as the plant's subject matter expert for plastics processing, drive data-driven improvements, and mentor teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

The role requires strong technical depth, leadership, and the ability to influence plant performance through disciplined processes and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding and plastics processing in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience using RJG systems, including Edart and CoPilot.
• Demonstrated expertise in scientific molding, process development, troubleshooting, and process window establishment.
• Strong experience leading root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Proven ability to lead projects, influence cross-functional teams, and drive measurable process improvements.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical expert for injection molding processes, providing leadership in process optimization, validation, troubleshooting, and control.
• Lead efforts to improve cycle times, scrap reduction, uptime, repeatability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through scientific molding principles and data-driven decision-making.
• Identify and execute Lean manufacturing and process improvement initiatives that reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance product quality.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for chronic or high-impact process, tooling, automation, and quality issues; implement sustainable solutions across operations.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process standards, work instructions, control plans, parameter windows, and quality documentation to ensure consistent production performance.
• Provide technical leadership for mold trials, process development, mold sampling, qualification, and launch readiness for new products and tooling.
• Coach and mentor process engineers, technicians, operators, and production teams to strengthen technical capability and promote best practices in molding operations.
• Partner with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues, improve manufacturability, and support plant objectives.
• Lead or support implementation and optimization of RJG systems, robotics, automation, and EOAT solutions to improve process control and productivity.
• Collaborate with OEMs, resin suppliers, tooling vendors, and automation partners to implement best practices, improve process capability, and support capital or improvement projects.
• Analyze process performance trends and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations to plant leadership and key stakeholders.
• Provide technical support during off-shift or critical production situations as needed; support flexible hours and overtime when required.

Skills

Injection molding

Plastics processing

RJG systems

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Plastics Engineering

Tools

RJG Edart

RJG CoPilot

Robotics

Automation

EOAT

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you a recognized technical leader in injection molding with a passion for driving operational excellence? Join our team as a Senior Plastics Process Engineer and lead the development, optimization, and standardization of molding processes that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. In this senior-level role, you will serve as the plant’s subject matter expert for plastics processing and injection molding technologies. You will lead complex troubleshooting efforts, drive continuous improvement initiatives, support new product launches, mentor technical and production teams, and partner cross-functionally to implement robust, data-driven process solutions. This role requires strong technical depth, leadership capability, and the ability to influence plant performance through process discipline and innovation.

Position Senior Plastics Process Engineer Location USA, Decatur, AL

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Serve as the senior technical expert for injection molding processes, providing leadership in process optimization, validation, troubleshooting, and control.
• Lead efforts to improve cycle times, scrap reduction, uptime, repeatability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through scientific molding principles and data-driven decision-making.
• Identify and execute Lean manufacturing and process improvement initiatives that reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance product quality.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for chronic or high-impact process, tooling, automation, and quality issues; implement sustainable solutions across operations.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process standards, work instructions, control plans, parameter windows, and quality documentation to ensure consistent production performance.
• Provide technical leadership for mold trials, process development, mold sampling, qualification, and launch readiness for new products and tooling.
• Coach and mentor process engineers, technicians, operators, and production teams to strengthen technical capability and promote best practices in molding operations.
• Partner with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues, improve manufacturability, and support plant objectives.
• Lead or support implementation and optimization of RJG systems, robotics, automation, and EOAT solutions to improve process control and productivity.
• Collaborate with OEMs, resin suppliers, tooling vendors, and automation partners to implement best practices, improve process capability, and support capital or improvement projects.
• Analyze process performance trends and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations to plant leadership and key stakeholders.
• Provide technical support during off-shift or critical production situations as needed; support flexible hours and overtime when required.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines.

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• 5+ years of experience in injection molding and plastics processing in a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of experience using RJG systems, including Edart and CoPilot
• Demonstrated expertise in scientific molding, process development, troubleshooting, and process window establishment
• Strong experience leading root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions
• Proven ability to lead projects, influence cross-functional teams, and drive measurable process improvements
• Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in injection molding applications
• Ability to work independent, manage multiple priorities, and proactively communicate business and process trends

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Plastics Engineering
• 7+ years of progressive experience in injection molding/process engineering
• RJG certification and advanced understanding of Edart and CoPilot
• Experience with robotics, automation, and EOAT design/programming
• Experience with mold sampling, mold flow functionality, and scientific molding practices
• Experience implementing Lean process improvement in a manufacturing operation
• Experience supporting capital equipment projects, validation activities, and plant expansions
• Demonstrated success leading technical training and developing technical talent
• Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

• Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute.
• Strengthen communities where we live and work.
• Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement.
• Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization.

We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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GE Appliances, a Haier company, is more than a place to work. We imagine, design and build some of the world's best appliances. Our people strive to improve themselves, the company and the community-building challenging and rewarding careers along the way. We value diversity, teamwork, innovation and lean manufacturing. We work with some of the best people in the world who take pride in our products and thrive on challenges. More than a place to work, GE Appliances is a place of opportunity, a place to grow and a place to develop your career.