Process Engineer Plastic and Rubber Injection Molding

Role details

Core Responsibilities

• Install, align, and secure molds and dies using clamps, bolts, and hand tools, and perform scheduled color or tool changeovers.
• Adjust machine parameters including temperature, injection pressure, speed, and volume based on resin properties.
• Diagnose and resolve processing issues (such as flash, splay, short shots, burns and blisters), and identify mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic malfunctions.
• Review and inspect machines and equipment weekly, complete maintenance requests and follow up for proper equipment repairs.
• Verify process parameters and implement changes, as appropriate, to improve cycle times and OEE.
• Inspect finished components using precision measurement tools like calipers and gauges.
• Clean, service, and maintain tooling and auxiliary equipment such as chillers, dryers, thermolators, grinders, oil heaters and robots.
• Record process parameters, maintenance logs, and production output.
• Report trial results, present findings and potential solutions.
• Work hand in hand with design and or tooling engineers if required. Work with customers directly in a professional manner to complete tooling trials or pre-production run-offs.
• Develop Startup and Shutdown Procedures for tooling and secondary equipment. Aid quality in providing limit samples for visual inspection sheets.
• Monitor, Train and Coach machine operators to ensure proper procedures are followed.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED minimum; technical certifications, or a RJG Master Molder or scientific molding credential is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to operate a forklift, overhead crane or gantry crane.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License
• 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in plastics and rubber manufacturing or injection molding is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of thermoplastics and rubber, scientific or decoupled molding principles.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical work instructions.
• Ability to think outside of the box, problem solving capabilities or theoretical mindset are core values for this position.
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, basic PLC logic, and robotics.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time, lift weights up to 50–60 pounds, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in a shop-floor environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when necessary.
• Availability to be on call during the work week if required. This is seldomly required, but it is necessary in certain instances when a project schedule is compromised.
• Willingness to train others when required.

Wages based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: From $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person