Materials Processing SME Manager

Teijin Automotive Technologies is an innovative and full-service Tier One supplier with a global presence and emphasis in development for lightweight technologies. Teijin Automotive offers employees the opportunity to join a leading edge company within the composite material industry and enjoy the benefits offered by a growing company in North America and internationally.

Essential Job Functions:

Serve as the primary technical authority on composite molding processes, with a focus on standard development and compliance.

Support and lead new programs and material launches across tool shops, manufacturing plants, and customer locations

Conduct "Best Practice" surveillance audits with countermeasure oversight at the manufacturing plants.

Develop a competency-based training program to address proficiency level gaps at manufacturing locations.

Evaluate molding performance of trial materials from R&D suppliers, and raw material manufacturers

Document trial results, observations, and findings using reports and presentations

Collaborate with senior engineering resources to ensure manufacturability of composite components (DFM/DFA)
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive productivity improvements

Utilize specialized monitoring equipment to evaluate and optimize molding processes

Conduct laboratory and plant trials, including Design of Experiments (DOE)
Interpret engineering drawings and material specifications to support development activities

Collect, analyze, and present technical data to stakeholders

Support advanced testing methods for Class A surface evaluation

Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and commercial teams

Ensure adherence to company safety and travel policies

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience

Focus or experience in polymers, plastics, or organic chemistry

Experience with compression molding, bonding equipment, paint systems, and vacuum systems.

Experience working in manufacturing or automotive environments

Strong hands-on technical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Adaptability to changing priorities and work environments

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab)

Education:

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field

Physical Requirements:

Ability and willingness to travel extensively (up to 80%)Ability to work in both laboratory and manufacturing environments
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