Injection Molding Engineer, Lead

Cooper Standard • Spartanburg, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for special projects and providing engineering assistance in support of Injection Molding and Automated manufacturing operations. The Lead Engineer will lead design reviews, and oversee the development and procurement of molding/automation equipment and tooling. The role also involves providing direction and development to other mold and automation engineers. Some travel may be required. The position supports APQP development for new products, contributes to product design during the development stage to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principals, customer functional, and aesthetic requirements are considered, and actively supports production to minimize downtime. It also involves troubleshooting quality and processing concerns on new tooling and equipment, implementing corrective actions, and championing scrap reduction activities in assigned areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering discipline.
• Minimum 4 years directly related experience in an injection molding manufacturing facility or substantial injection molding experience with proven capabilities.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Automated work cell environment and mold design review and approvals.
• Above average mechanical aptitude.
• MS Office Proficient.
• CAD software experience (AutoCAD, Solidworks).
• Ability to analyze equipment and processes in an industrial environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue potential enhancements in new or existing molding/automation workcells that would result in cost savings, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvements.
• Troubleshoot quality and processing concerns on new tooling and equipment, then implement correction action.
• Reviewing and approving new mold tooling designs with suppliers and providing specifications to suppliers to meet our equipment and manufacturing requirements.
• Run off new tooling and equipment at supplier location, approving for acceptance and shipping to Cooper.
• Inspect and verify incoming tooling and equipment to ensure they meet original build specifications.
• Supports APQP development for new products, completing Claus and Enterproj tasks as assigned by programs.
• Including development of PFMEA’s, Process Flows and BTO Work Instructions.
• Must actively support production, resolving issues as they arise, to minimize downtime.
• Contribute to product design during the development stage to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principals, customer functional, and aesthetic requirements are considered.
• Supports the Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Leads validation trials, feasibility studies, design tests for performance of processes and materials.
• Assists with development of specifications, new tools, processes and training procedures.
• Utilizes disciplined and proven problem-solving techniques to determine root cause analysis for equipment downtime and customer complaints and develops permanent corrective actions.
• Champions scrap reduction activities in assigned area of responsibility.
• Supports, contributes, and demonstrates lean manufacturing principles in work area.
• Continuously works toward achieving goals and measurables of the facility.
• Complies with policies, procedures, and facility standards in ISO14001, ISO45001, IATF 16949, including safety and environmental guidelines.
• Required to be on call and responsive to production support needs of the facility.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.

Benefits

• Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging.
• We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.
• Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees