Molding Process Engineer

Plastic and Packaging Recruiting Specialist

Contact: aguedras |

Job Summary: This is an Operations Engineering support position providing process development, process improvement, tool verification, tool validation, material sampling, and development functions at a high level as guided by the Tooling Engineers and as directed by the Project Manager. Work is to be performed with a high degree of independence subject to review of the Project Manager.

Plastic injection molding experience required. A BS degree is preferred; substantial relevant experience will suffice. RJG training is a big plus.

• Have a high level of knowledge and complete functional understanding of injection molding, process control, machine capability, material processing, auxiliary equipment, process troubleshooting, and tool functionality.
• Schedule, coordinate, and perform all mold samplings for the Validation Group as it relates to initial tool samplings, DOE runs, confirmation runs, and other qualification activities as needed.
• Communicate with Process Engineers and Project Lead on a daily basis regarding sampling schedules and dates.
• Coordinate sampling dates and press availability, along with communicating project priorities, with appropriate Technimark business unit production scheduling personnel.
• Manage and update a daily list of sampling dates, priorities, activities, and press availability with the goal of sending a consistent and accurate message to new product project scheduling functions.
• Serve as primary troubleshooter when machine, tool, or process problems develop during NPD new project qualification and confirmation runs.
• Develop and document process parameters used during NPD tool qualification or confirmation runs.
• Travel to initial tool samplings at selected tooling suppliers to determine tool functionality and capability.
• Travel to and support tool samplings at all Technimark facilities as directed by the Project Manager.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure that all shop safety rules are followed and all housekeeping standards are met.
• Complete sampling related reports and documentation in a timely manner such as process parameters, machine setups, process data, tool schematics, hot runner setups, and sampling reports. Information should be in a format that can easily translate for incorporation into each project’s respective job packet.
• Ensure accuracy of all data generated during the sampling process and forward correct paperwork to the correct individuals.
• Use EPOS or other process‑related software when necessary for the collection of data during DOE samplings and confirmation runs.
• Assist Operations, as directed by the Project Manager, in process setups and troubleshooting during early production and PQ runs.

Associate

Full‑time

Plastics Manufacturing

East Pittsburgh, PA

$80,000 – $100,000 per year