Molding Reliability Engineer

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• Establish a robust process window by applying Scientific / Decoupled Molding techniques along with design of experiments (DOEs).
• Establish a relationship between key process input variables (KPIVs) and key process output variables (KPOVs) for each component.
• Specify the equipment required in the molding cell for an application to include molding press, robot, EOAT, hot runner controller, water temperature controller, material loader, weigh blender, dryers, inspection equipment, etc.
• Participate in factory acceptance tests (FATs) at the mold vendor.
• Read and maintain a working knowledge of Quality Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Provides technical process support to the organization and mentor molding technicians.
• Interface with the Manufacturing Manager on a daily basis to determine production needs related to process and other technical issues in order to improve OEE and reduce scrap.
• Manage sampling program.
• Establish documentation requirements for all processes including but not limited to:
  Process sheets and database for set‑up information, special notes and to maintain required history.
• Create and administer training programs for Process and Mold Setup Technicians as well as existing staff on new equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of production schedule and ensure technical issues are acknowledged and addressed to support schedule.
• Act as technical lead responsible for new mold sampling, DOE’s, material samples, engineering changes, etc.
• Establish injection Molding and robotic process for all new jobs.
• Establish acceptable process variation allowances and associated process window.
• Act as technical lead on OEE improvement projects including scrap reduction through controlled planning and process/equipment improvements with Operations Manager.
• Assist in all automation projects and actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Provide technical guidance for mold and hot runner design.
• Coordinate and control all cost, delivery and quality objectives for the design, construction and validation of assigned injection molding projects.
• Ensure molding cell is sized properly for the application.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

This position supervises does not supervise associates at any level.

• Required:
  
  HSD/GED
• Preferred:
  Associates degree – Plastics Engineering or related Engineering field
• Preferred: BA/BS – Plastics Engineering or related Engineering field

• 10 years medical molding experience with High School Diploma
• 5 years’ experience with Associates Degree
• No experience required with Bachelor's degree in related field

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