Process Engineer-Injection Molding

Dallas, TX — Injection Molding Process Engineer opportunity with a plastics company. Responsible for developing and validating molding processes for prototype, pilot and production using scientific methods; monitoring operations; training the molding team; and collaborating with production, quality control, and engineering to ensure high-quality molded parts.

• Develop new processes for prototype, pilot and production using scientific methods.
• Monitor molding operations and provide technical support for processes.
• Assist in the development and training of molding department technicians.
• Work with production and quality control to ensure availability of high-quality molded parts.
• Set specifications for all molding materials and monitor compliance, ensuring materials are applied correctly in molding systems.
• Develop and manage process specifications for all molder/mold combinations in the plant.
• Monitor molding manufacturing processes and implement cost and quality improvements to minimize waste.
• Evaluate and interact with outside supplier sources for molded parts, components, molds, and tooling.
• Develop new tooling processes for prototype, pilot and production tooling using scientific methods.
• Manage and/or lead automation projects from concept through validation and factory acceptance.
• Plan projects effectively and coordinate with all departments to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure project documentation is created and revision controlled, including design files, validation protocols and reports, operational procedures, and preventive maintenance plans.
• Source vendors and internal design capabilities to create custom automation solutions; communicate professionally with customers and vendors.
• Lead discussions with leadership and key stakeholders to determine automation capabilities and goals.
• Develop cost estimates for cost-benefit analyses of automation opportunities.
• Prepare and write validation documents, user requirements (URS), equipment specifications (FRS), and other documents as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent; 5-10 years of experience in a similar position. Manufacturing or medical/pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred, particularly with mechanical components or device manufacturing. Experience with Thermoplastics, Polyolefins, Engineered Plastics, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, HDPE, LLDPE or LDPE is a plus.

• Associate

• Full-time

• Engineering and Manufacturing

• Plastics Manufacturing, Plastics and Rubber Product Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance