Process Engineer

Overview

Process Engineer — We are currently seeking a Process Engineer for a specialty rubber manufacturer that supplies components to Fortune 500 Manufacturing and the Air Force in Hamburg, NJ.

The Process Engineer supports and coordinates many processes in the manufacture of molded rubber products. The role coordinates molding and related process activities on new program launches and existing programs, ensuring labor standards, work instructions, and other related documentation exist, and/or introducing/revising manufacturing processes to assist the manufacturing operations in continuous process improvements. While monitoring process effectiveness, the engineer quantifies results, documents and presents findings to management, and prepares status reports.

• Process Development:
  Develops the processing specification and parameter records for manufacturing of new product introduction. Works with Quality and Laboratory personnel to ensure the new product meets internal specifications and customer requirements. Identifies adverse conditions affecting quality and productivity, and provides or obtains support as necessary. Ensures all work is performed safely and promotes a "Safety First" culture.
• Process Support:
  Participates with the Operations Team, Quality and Engineering on Continuous Improvement initiatives and real-time problem solving affecting throughput, product quality, and deliveries. Supports training of department employees. Engages Teammates in department functions, processes, and equipment used to manufacture products.
• Process Troubleshooting:
  Assists Operations, Quality, and Engineering teammates in troubleshooting equipment, tools, molds, and raw materials to resolve root causes for process inconsistencies or non-conformances. Ensures actual process parameters align with process documentation and submits documentation change requests when appropriate.
• Develops new processes, assesses and documents new and existing processes. Defines labor standards and prepares work instructions as needed. Implements and evaluates changes to existing processes to improve product quality, productivity, and overall equipment efficiency.
• Provides technical leadership and mentorship to process technicians, operators and other molding personnel.
• Develops and maintains process documentation ensuring processes and procedures are clear and understandable for all employees. Provides technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes, improves yield and throughput, drives cost reduction, and improves part quality.
• Demonstrates ability to start up, operate and shut down process-related equipment. Works independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues. Completes research and design experiments when necessary.
• Collaborates with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues.
• Monitors and reports issues with molding and/or other manufacturing equipment; makes recommendations for refurbishment based on production factors such as cycles, process capability, and tooling history.
• Interacts with customers to resolve issues and provide project updates as necessary.
• Implements technical solutions including statistical methodology to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Facilitates and supports facility and manufacturing safety, environmental, and ergonomics efforts.
• Prepares industrial sketches and writes work orders and purchase order requests.
• Wears required personal protective equipment and maintains a clean work area.
• Reports to the department Supervisor immediately any accidents or unsafe conditions in the work area.

• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, or other applicable academic or experiential background.
• Technical background in manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, materials, and metrology.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted.
• Self-starter able to work with little direction and with a high level of self-motivation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maximize cost reduction or increased revenue through prioritization.
• Demonstrated excellent communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to think innovatively and recommend options.
• Ability to lead others; responsibility may include indirect supervision of process technicians.
• Due to our client’s relationship with the government, you must be a U.S. citizen to qualify.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or applicable academic or experiential background.
• 3 years of work experience in a manufacturing facility with familiarity with general manufacturing processes (machining, grinding, turning, shearing, punching, honing, EDM, deburring, cryo-flashing).
• Some mechanical design experience.
• Basic metrology tools experience and…