Engineer Technician: Injection Molding

the LEGO Group

1d•$32 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer Technician will be responsible for optimizing injection molding processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). This role involves analyzing process and manufacturing data to improve capability, stability, repeatability, cycle times, scrap, and uptime. The technician will monitor production, implement process improvements, and lead troubleshooting of complex molding issues. They will also support mold qualification, process validation, and the implementation of new molds, materials, and technologies. Additionally, the role includes coaching and mentoring team members on scientific molding principles and serving as a technical resource for cross-functional teams. Process audits will be conducted to ensure compliance with global standards, process controls, safety, quality, and environmental requirements, while maintaining process documentation.

Requirements

5+ years of advanced injection molding experience in a manufacturing environment.
Expertise in scientific molding, process optimization, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
Experience with mold qualification, process validation, production launches, and continuous improvement in high-volume manufacturing.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed.
Advanced injection molding and scientific molding.
Process optimization and continuous improvement.
Root cause analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
Mold qualification and validation.
Manufacturing data analysis.
Technical coaching and cross-functional collaboration.
Microsoft Excel and manufacturing systems.
Analytical problem solving and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Continuous improvement mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Scientific Molding, RJG, or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Optimize injection molding processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, cost, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Analyze process and manufacturing data to improve capability, stability, repeatability, cycle times, scrap, and uptime.
Monitor production and implement process improvements to maintain optimal processing conditions and standardize best practices.
Lead troubleshooting of complex molding issues involving molds, machines, materials, automation, auxiliary equipment, and process variation.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to restore process stability and production performance.
Support production recovery, startup activities, quality issues, and recurring equipment or process concerns.
Support mold qualification, requalification, process validation, and mold testing following repairs, engineering changes, transfers, and launches.
Assist with implementing new molds, materials, technologies, and production platforms while supporting new product introductions and ramp-ups.
Coach and mentor Technicians, Setters, Operators, and Production Team Members on scientific molding principles, troubleshooting, and technical best practices.
Serve as a technical resource for cross-functional problem solving, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing across local and global teams.
Conduct process audits to ensure compliance with global standards, process controls, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
Maintain process documentation, mold cards, work instructions, and operating standards while identifying risks and recommending improvements.