Process Engineer

Our client is seeking an experienced Process Engineer – Injection Molding to support the development of medical components in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This role will develop and optimize injection molding processes, support new mold sampling and process development, troubleshoot production issues, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a critical opportunity for an experienced injection molding professional. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience with new mold sampling and developing new processes for new molds.

• sDevelop robust injection molding processes using scientific molding technique
  s, including gate freeze analysis, short shot analysis, and other process development methods
• .Lead new mold sampling and process develop men
  t for new tooling
• .Establish and optimize process parameters for injection molding operations
• .Develop processes using decoupled molding principle
  s and scientific molding techniques
• .Maintain engineering documentation, including DOE reports, process sheets, water diagrams, and other technical files
• .Partner with Quality to validate injection molding processes using sound statistical methods
• .Author test protocols and execute validation protocols in accordance with ISO and FDA medical device requirement
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• .Lead continuous improvement projects focused on process capability, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction
• .Conduct failure investigations and use structured problem-solving and statistical methods to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• .Review documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to setup sign-off
• .Provide technical training and coaching to peers and Process Technicians
• .Promote a safe, clean, and organized manufacturing environment
• .Follow all applicable safety policies and procedures
• .Perform other duties as assigned

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  High school diploma or equivalent
• .Minimum 3 years of experience with new mold sampling AND developing new processes with new molds
• .Demonstrated experience implementing decoupled molding processes and scientific molding technique
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• .Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, mold setup, mold functions, and process development
• .Knowledge of plastic resins and polymer materials
• .Ability to troubleshoot molding processes and identify root causes
• .Ability to provide specific examples of new mold sampling and process development during an interview

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  Secondary education related to plastics injection molding, or equivalent combination of education and hands-on molding experience
• .Experience with statistical process controls
• .Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mappin
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• .Experience in a medical device or other highly regulated manufacturing environment
• .Knowledge of plastic product design for manufacturing (DFM) and tooling engineering