Job Description
PROCESS ENGINEER - PLASTICS
LOCATION:
Lake Zurich, IL
COMPENSATION:
Commensurate with experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
* Dynamic design and manufacturing company with headquarters in the Greater Chicago, IL area.
* Expertise in metals and plastics serving the Automotive Industry.
* Global company with a presence in the USA, Canada, Mexico and China.
* Environment that is constantly growing and improving throughout their 50 year history.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Process Engineer will be responsible for development and documentation of process parameters for new and existing molds. Creates process parameters, specifications, establishes manufacturing control plans to improve quality.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* This individual will interface directly with R&D, Manufacturing and external vendors to resolve manufacturing issues in process, machine, and/or tooling.
* Develop optimum processes for new and existing molds
* Recommends/implement improvements to molds and equipment
* Provides processing expertise and guidance to Supervisors
* Mandates a working and functional knowledge of the plastic injection molding process, tooling, equipment and
materials.
* Facilitate engineering support for injection molding.
* Suggest part design and/or tool modifications to improve part performance and moldability.
* Review, critique and approve mold designs by vendors.
* Launches new molds, equipment and manufacturing lines.
* Perform tool and process capability studies.
* Trains molding and set-up personnel.
* Review tooling condition and develop appropriate expense and capital budget.
* Research and develop new manufacturing processes.
* Analyze manufacturing data and suggest/implement improvements.
* Analyze production and machinery line.
* Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal resources.
* Establish the parameters for an optimal molding environment.
* Analyze quality control and correct flaws.
* Work with other team members and vendors.
* Create validation process documentations, including water and schematic drawings
* Oversees and assesses existing processes and workflows.
* Provides thorough instructions for successful implementation of process changes.
* Conducts risk assessments.
* Contributes to departmental efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed
* Ability to set, start and sample new tooling
* Participation and utilization in the companys commitment to continuous improvement.
* Follow ISO/IATF, safety, and environmental procedures as well as department and corporate policies and
procedures.
JOB KNOWLEDGE; SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Excellent analytical and math skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to persuade others to change existing practices
* Strong attention to detail
* Proven ability to identify, assess and solve problems
* Proficient with computer and information technology
* Knowledge of process engineering
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
* Previous experience in process engineering
* Previous experience working with CAD and AutoCAD
* 5 years of progressive injection molding or engineering experience.
* CAD and Solid works experience and Six Sigma experience are a plus but not required.
* Paulson Training
* De-coupled molding training RJG
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
* Computer and other general office equipment.
* Steel toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs where required.
Keywords: Plastic Injection Molding, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineer, RJG Training
_(The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Other duties may be assigned are not limited to the following listed above)_
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