Technical Engineer,Injection Job Lebanon Kentucky USA,Engineering

Location: Lebanon

Job Title

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Develop and manage master engineering schedule for all projects. Lead and coordinate with other team members to achieve all planned objectives of the master schedule.

Capable to review new product designs and recommend changes to design team with the intent to improve tooling and manufacturing KPI.

Write equipment/tooling specifications, coordinate and oversee the design, construction, installation, start-up and trials of new equipment/tooling against the master schedule.

Create all documentation required for capital investment & obtain approval from upper management.

Establish manufacturing processes that meet all KPI targets for capital investment, part cost, scrap, part performance, delivery, layout, cycle time, efficiency, safety, ergonomic, and quality deliverables.

Develop all documentation for the process including but not limited to specifications, PFMEA's, risk analysis, process plans, PFD's, work combination tables, design reviews, trial reports, work instructions, condition standards, and capacity tracking.

Lead and support Kaizen activities after process is in production.

Proactively work to produce processes that are not capable of flowing out defects to the next process while working to countermeasure those that do and yokoten to similar processes

Problem solving and investigating problems utilizing root cause analysis and reporting

Perform all tasks in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and TGKY procedures and best practices.

Specify and/or fabricate EOAT/fixtures/ equipment used in injection molding or assembly processes

Work in conjunction with Process Engineering Technicians to provide training and guidance for new equipment, tooling, and processes to ensure a seamless launch of products.

Work in conjunction with TGKY support groups (Quality, Maintenance, Tooling) in order to meet internal goals / objectives and provide necessary customer support.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Thorough understanding of thermoplastic resin properties, performance capabilities, and uses.

In depth knowledge of resin processing capability and injection molding equipment.

Recognition of proper mold construction, operation, materials, performance ability, and repair.

Ability to communicate and direct requirements effectively with customers and suppliers

Demonstrated Project Management and leadership skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and creating technical presentations/documents.

Ability to read drawings, identify critical characteristics, lead design reviews, and develop PFMEA's

Capability to lead and conduct root cause analysis for current problems and potential occurrences

Knowledge of Toyota Production System and lean manufacturing concepts

Strong work ethic, take ownership/responsibility for projects, and maintain high level of productivity

High aptitude to pick up on engineering principles and new technology

Knowledge of TS and ISO requirements

Excellent attendance and punctuality

Experience working in a cross-cultural work environment

Education and/or Experience

BS in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.

Communication Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Clear, concise written and verbal skills and problem solving skills required. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of team members.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, and Project experience

Skilled in using AutoCAD, Solid Works, or other drafting software

3D printing and basic hand tools.

Knowledge and experience in Scientific Injection Molding principles and methodologies.

Understanding and experience with Automotive injection molding standards and part quality expectations.

Ability to teach and program multi axis robotics (Fanuc, Star, etc.).

Mathematical Skills

Principles of calculus, trigonometry, and other advanced topics in math for analysis, design, and troubleshooting are necessary. Ability to perform high level mathematical calculations and to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, and sampling theory.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those…

Technical Engineer, Injection