Lead Advanced Process Engineer

Reporting to the Manager of Advanced Molding Technology, this position will be responsible for managing the Process Engineering related activities improving our Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost metrics with sustainment and advancement of various manufacturing processes focusing in molded epoxy. Responsible for transforming our highly technical molding processes to world-class level through process engineering in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

• Manage Process Engineers through task/project organization and planning with estimated project tasks hours, milestones and project completion.
• Perform sustainment activities related to Process Engineering. This primarily includes leading and/or actively participating in COQ(Quality) problem solving projects within epoxy molding processes. Actively involved in failure analysis and fatigue testing for molded products.
• Create sustainable processing methods and strive for mistake proofing with creativity.
• Drive advancement of processing techniques to support the long‑term vision of growth and cost savings.
• Improve manufacturing processes through review of all engineering deliverables for technical accuracy and adherence to engineering standards and project schedules.
• Support and improve JDE/QMS/MES or any other future data collection system for continuously improving our business intelligence reporting and data analytics.
• Establish process controls for all processes and train appropriate personnel for optimum use. Establish critical characteristics for all processes, systems for monitoring/managing those variables.
• Develop and conduct process audits in association with Quality and molding departments.
• Hire, train and mentor engineers and support staff to work to their full potential. Maintain department quality and performance metrics. Write performance reviews and solve departmental issues.
• Review and write reports, approve expenditures, enforce rules. Assist in recommending, planning and directing installation of new equipment. Communicate and collaborate with other managers and departments.
• Mentor team on methodical approach for problem solving using Design of Experiment, Gage R&R trials, A/B testing, and statistical analysis to provide input in the next steps of a development effort.
• Project leadership with basic project management experience, including, but not limited to scope, schedule, cost, risk, resource, and change management.
• Establish, track and manage key performance metrics for project success.
• Collaborate with the Molding technology lab and Molding Innovation Center to help G&W reach world class status

Plan and organize the resources necessary to complete a project utilizing the necessary principles, techniques, and tools used in planning, control, monitoring, and review of projects. Organizes and manages the day‑to‑day factory support tasks performed by the Process Engineering team. You will manage 4-8 Process Engineers of varying disciplines.

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering OR any Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with experience in molding process engineering
• 5+ years of experience in the field of processing. 2+ years of project management and leadership experience.
• Has a strong understanding and experience executing Design of Experiments (DOE's) and A/B testing
• Possesses previous history with molding
• Holds knowledge of fluid dispensing systems, or centralized material delivery systems monitored by a distributed control system
• Has experience with failure analysis using advanced techniques
• Is computer proficient; confident with data analysis programs
• Possesses strong problem‑solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques
• Has the ability to mentor, motivate and develop engineers.
• Can provide examples of operational improvement projects

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Plastics/Polymer Processing or Materials
• Six sigma, Red X, or other problem‑solving certification or experience
• Experience working cross-functionally with all levels of the organization structure
• Possess an…