Thermoforming Process Engineer

Role details

Position Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Thermoforming Process Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in designing a complete thermoforming manufacturing cell, acquiring equipment, establishing standards, and launching new products. Use your engineering skills to help vertically integrate thermoforming into Design Imaging’s rapidly growing manufacturing business. If you thrive in a proactive, small team environment and enjoy solving challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a thermoforming cell by building processes around our new thermoformer, including trimming operations, rigidizing, finishing, and packaging.

• Source equipment or build machines from the ground up to complete the new manufacturing cell to vertically integrate parts and launch several new product lines.

• Establish Standard Operating Procedures and documentation to help train a new operations department, including process KPI’s related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

• Work with the R&D team to launch several new product lines by prototyping, testing, establishing machine settings and building jigs and fixtures.

• Utilize Root Cause Analysis to implement corrective actions, coordinate and drive continuous improvement activities, and act as a change agent for Lean Projects/Kaizen Events.

• Train, coach, and support production employees in continuous improvement, kaizen, and 5S projects.

• Be an agile problem solver, thinking outside-the-box to find and fix multi-disciplinary issues across our rapidly growing business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of manufacturing experience.

• Experience in thermoforming/rigidizing highly preferred.

• Proven experience in project management and creative problem-solving aptitude.

• Ability to lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives, and proficiency in creating Quality Control Plans, SOPs, ECNs, and other production documentation.

• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, ability to work independently and proactively with both management and production teams, and a data-driven approach to making improvements.

• Experience with CAD/CAM software (Fusion 360 preferred) and fabrication skills such as working with hand tools, wood working equipment, welding, CNC machines, and knowledge of PLC, coding, and electrical work beneficial.

About Design Imaging

Design Imaging is a fast-growing manufacturing company based in Orem, UT. We specialize in creating innovative plastic composite shower walls and bases that deliver the elegance of natural stone at a fraction of the cost. Our mission is rooted in providing high-quality products to a diverse customer base, including dealers, home improvement retailers, RV manufacturers, and more.

At Design Imaging, you’ll join a team that values growth, improvement, and collaboration. We’re dedicated to fostering a positive work environment and equipping our employees with the tools they need to succeed.

Design Imaging is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protect under applicable federal, state or local laws.

Benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching

• Dental Insurance

• Health Insurance

• HSA Matching

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Company Holidays

• Supplemental Insurance Benefits like Life, Short-Term Disability and Accident

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Work Location: In person