Process Engineer

Our client, a nationwide leader in plastics manufacturing, has an immediate need for an experienced Process Engineer
, to join their winning team in Vadnais Heights.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for ensuring high-quality and efficient production by developing and improving injection molding processes, supporting equipment setup and troubleshooting, and working with teams to meet safety, quality, and production goals.

• Develop robust process utilizing scientific molding techniques, such as gate freeze analysis, short shot analysis, etc. as defined in the approved protocol.
• Utilize and develop DOE to meet process goals.
• Document findings of sample and submit report to Process Lead, Tooling Engineer, and Program Manager.
• Supply engineering file with the following information: DOE, process sheet, water diagram.
• Collaborate with quality group to verify product criteria.
• Support production through starting up machines and problem‑solving processes.
• Share ideas on how the team or process can be improved.
• Locate, safely transport, and store the injection mold in accordance with established guidelines and procedure.
• Install and remove injection molds from assigned presses.
• Set‑up and prepare auxiliary/secondary support equipment as required at the press.
• Follow proper set‑up/cycle sheets.
• Document process control for sample presses.
• Verify documents are correctly filled out prior to set‑up sign‑off.
• Takes shots of parts and visually checks them for defects, logging information into paperwork.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes while conducting mold set‑up when needed.
• Maintain and promote a safe and clean working environment.
• Keep work areas clean and organized throughout the shift.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid identification and the ability to legally work in the United States.
• 6 years of molding process experience in the plastic industry.
• Basic computer experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and email software, preferably in Microsoft Suite.
• Thorough knowledge of plastic resins, mold set‑up and functions of an injection molding press; processing on injection molding machines; statistical process control preferred; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to write clearly and legibly reports and correspondence.
• Technical mathematical calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, division in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals, and statistical inference).
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability and willingness to problem‑solve.
• Maintain a positive attitude and readily adapt to changes necessary to support the business.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to other employees in the organization.
• Walking and stair climbing required within the office/shop areas.
• May be required to stoop, climb, lay down and perform other various positions to perform work on equipment.
• Sitting, standing, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending, and flexing of the arms, legs, wrists, and fingers are physical requirements.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs unaided.
• Embodies MME Group Core Values.

Please apply today to be one of the first candidates considered for the role!