Process Engineer

Job Overview

Responsible for all aspects of injection molding process development for new, incoming, and existing tools.

• Sampling of new, modified or customer supplied tools.
• Coordinate sample orders and provide efficient mold sampling and data collection.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, toolroom, quality, and maintenance to ensure all aspects of new production runs are complete prior to actual production.
• Process development, process capability, IQ/OQ/PQ validations and design of experiments, SPC, machine technology, and capability studies. Use of SIM tools (RJG eDart-based) and other advanced platforms to develop robust processing windows, evaluations, and recommendations.
• Develop and execute protocols and reports as required to support validation activities, including SIM tool documentation, process analysis, and reporting of data in a clear format to be used in Validation Reports.
• Participate in Program (Design) Reviews. Recommend efficient mold design for optimum functionality, processing capability, and quality.
• Identify all necessary requirements for production and processing.
• Identify and document tooling and process shortcomings and recommend needed changes and/or improvements.
• Facilitate discussion and review of problems with in‑house tool personnel and process development teams, and assist in a documented plan with each customer/tool.
• Evaluate equipment and recommend improvement or replacement.
• Act as liaison between Production, Engineering, Quality, and Sales on all process/tool related issues.
• Perform design of experiments to improve process and part quality.
• Identify and schedule repairs on any equipment critical to controlling the molding process. Troubleshoot any equipment suspected of malfunction and tag them (limited use or do not use). Develop a plan of attack with manufacturing/production to schedule, troubleshoot, and accomplish all applicable repairs.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to formulate maintenance schedules on equipment.
• Troubleshoot production jobs for continuous improvement opportunities (cycle time, scrap reduction, documentation clarity, etc.) as required.
• Assist with start‑ups and changeovers when required.
• Assist in the development of a preventative maintenance plan and refine the plan on an ongoing basis for new tools or equipment.
• Commit to continuous improvement and develop molding technology at Apex Resource Technologies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and is committed to continuous improvement in all job functions.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of injection molding processing experience required.
• Master Molder Training required.
• Has been trained on the fundamentals of Scientific Molding which includes gate freeze, viscosity curve, short shot studies, pressure drops and performing DOE's.
• Has a general understanding and knowledge of pressure transducers, de‑coupled molding and the interactions with injection molding machines.
• Has the capabilities and knowledge to set up and document process alarm settings.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must have good vision.
• Must have manual dexterity.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Repetitive motions are required.
• Must be able to move 1100 lb. gaylords with a pallet jack.
• Requires frequent bending, squatting, and twisting motions.
• Must be able to climb stepladders.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs.
• Support cross‑functional teams and departments as required.
• Perform job duties in accordance to ISO 13485/9001 including ISO audits.