Process Engineer

Job Details

Job Location:

Ashtabula, OH 44004

A Manufacturing Molding Process Engineer develops workflow, work station, and equipment improvement recommendations within a company's manufacturing environment. Fine tunes manufacturing processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. Evaluates manufacturing processes, applies knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and material.

• Maintain organize set-up sheets for individual products to each SMC formulation.
• Maintain organize set-up mold shim packages for individual products with any relative press requirements.
• Review and track COA's for all SMC received. Work with material vendors to resolve all out of specification conditions.

• Collaborating with SMC suppliers conduct and execute mold and material trials evaluate and document results.
• Collaborate with mold department and observer production of various molds and/or materials that data shows a need for improvement. Generate and track action items for the Mold Maintenance, Maintenance, Material Suppliers, or Mold Shop work to achieve those improvements.
• Hold a monthly meeting with R & D Manager, Supervisory and Technical molding personnel to review production performance, tested results, scrap, mold work requirements, and any data pertinent to achieving scrap and production improvements.
• Review and determine improvement opportunities for molds, materials, or process to improve scrap, production output, and quality.

• Weekly testing on various molded SMC products. Measuring length, width, color, hardness and surface energy.
• Maintain data file, evaluate results, report tested results and initiated improvement actions with suppliers weekly.
• Flash measurements, document and evaluate mold work requirements.

• Mold Maintenance based on cycle count, evaluate Door Skin surface condition, Flash measurements, and any tool conditions. Determine work requirement and communicate with vendor for quotation purposes.
• Salesforce, review with management, input and initiate mold work requirements. Update and maintain Plant input requirements for mold communication.
• Work with various Mold Shop vendors has required for all mold work requirements and quotations. Submit, document and track purchase requests and purchase orders. Send out a weekly status with dates.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field is typically required.

Preferred:
Some employers may prefer candidates with a master's degree in a relevant field, particularly for more advanced roles or positions in research and development (R&D).

Skills:

Strong problem‑solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills are essential. Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, MATLAB) and design software (e.g., AutoCAD) is often required.

Certifications:

While not always required, certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Project Management Professional (PMP) can be advantageous for career advancement.

Possess intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Internet/Intranet experience preferred.

Strong language skills are crucial for a Process Engineer to communicate complex technical information effectively to various audiences, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate across teams and cultures. Proficiency in technical writing, clear oral communication, and a strong grasp of industry-specific vocabulary and safety language are essential for success in this role.