Tooling Engineer

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A global leader in engineered polymer solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Tooling Engineer in Renton, WA. The role involves improving manufacturing processes and ensuring products meet quality standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience in manufacturing and quality control. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000-$100,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing processes and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product design specifications into manufacturing processes.
• Develop manufacturing methods for new and existing products.
• Document all manufacturing process information carefully.
• Identify and implement improvements to processes.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Communicate ideas and information effectively

Demonstrate job knowledge for performance

Challenge oneself to meet goals and deadlines

Desire to foster teamwork

Competence using Microsoft Office

Read and comprehend engineering drawings

Organized and methodical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?

About the Role

A Manufacturing Tooling Engineer is responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing processes in order to enhance efficiency, quality and productivity. Tooling engineers work on designing and implementing manufacturing methods, tools and equipment as well as analyzing production data to identify areas of improvement. They ensure products are manufactured cost-effectively and meet the desired quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes product design specifications and translates these into manufacturing processes to meet quality requirements and establishes acceptable cycle times and production levels.
• Develops manufacturing methods for new and existing products, establishes labor standards and develops product cost information.
• Meticulously documents all manufacturing process information and sequences within the site's document control system.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement to existing processes and methods using data or observation, develops the improvements and implements them as quickly as practical.
• Collaborates with Engineering to measure and understand the effects of process changes.
• Makes improvements to production rates and reduces scrap by identifying and implementing new and better equipment, processes or human factor methods.
• Assists Machining and Tooling departments in troubleshooting problems with individual components or processes to assure superior quality and on-time delivery of machined piece parts and tooling components.
• Assists CNC Programmers with creation and maintenance of tool libraries, post processor optimization and CAM software customization and development of best practices.
• Participates in determination of product DMR disposition plan and approval with the production teams.
• Works safely and acts in accordance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with Operations and quality in overall machining process and equipment improvements.
• Leads and participates in continuous improvement projects to support department and corporate goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing processes, quality control and the use of industry specific tools and software.

Required Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance.
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines.
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes.
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately.
• Commitment to making improvements company wide.
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office.
• Able to perform math functions.
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Organized and methodical.

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level.

Compensation range: $80,000-$100,000/yearly

Benefits package

Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility will be outlined at the time of the job offer

• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veterans or disability status.

ITAR Regulations

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.