Nolato/GW Plastics
POSITION INFORMATION
JOB TITLE: Process Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Royalton Operations – Molding Production
REPORTS TO: Plant Manager
COMPENSATION: Competitive based on experience
DESCRIPTION:
The Process Engineer is responsible for the implementation of fully qualified and documented production processes (process binders). This includes transitioning new tooling programs from the GW Technology Center, performing new mold/process improvement trials, troubleshooting production processes and auditingof production setups for adherence to the documented process.
The Process Engineer also serves as mentor/trainer of Process Technicians and is expected to ensure consistency across all shifts (mold PM, process changes, etc.). The Process Engineer is also expectedto oversee the actions necessary to achieve our annual QMC goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITIES:
· Ensures required process development information accompanies new tooling
· Interpret processes received and makes necessary conversions for production equipment to be used
· Perform SIM validations on molds, which cannot be tested at the GW Technology Center
· Sets molds to be tested
· Records and maintains mold and process setup sheets (completes Process Binder)
· Improves and documents processes on existing molds, using established systematic techniques
· Assists in trouble shooting production processes
· Oversees training of process technicians and mold setup personnel
· Conducts cycle improvement
· Monitors production cycle times for cycle creep
· Identifies key process parameters for process monitoring and control (EDART)
· Establishes process parameters for part diversion
· Audits and/or oversees audits of production processes for adherence to established setup/cycle
· Assists with investigations of reject product and the development of corrective actions
· Conducts process D.O.E.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· 5 years’ experience in injection molding processing; B.S. in Plastics or Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on plastics processing desirable. Must have comprehensive knowledge and thoroughunderstanding of injection molding process, machines, robotics, and auxiliary equipment. Knowledge of ISO standards, SPC,
TQM, and GMP’s is highly desirable
· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and manufacturing personnel
· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
· Ability to take a systematic approach to process optimization and problem solving
· Experienced with hot runner systems and knowledgeable in precision injection mold tooling
· Knowledge in resin structure and behavior when processed, including stress, orientation and melt rheology as well as resin drying and testing
· Extensive hands-on experience with the entire injection molding process, should be familiar with machinery up to a press capacity of 500 tons
· Up-to-date knowledge of injection molding machine technology and capabilities. Must be willing to attendappropriate seminars or classes to continually improve upon injection mold processing skills
· Skilled in basic metrology; working knowledge of geometric tolerances and ability to interpret drawings; some experience in designing and perform DOE’s and process statistical capability studies
· Excellent organizational, planning and analytical skills; some knowledge of PC based computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and program management software
· Knowledge in mold design a must
· Flexibility to work overtime when necessary
· Excellent communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to twist and turn to move heavy objects. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.