Injection Molding Process Engineer

Ametek, Inc.•Bridgeport, CT

About The Position

The Plastics/Injection Molding Engineer is responsible for driving mold process development and injection molding projects through adherence to established product design, scientific injection molding process, tooling, resin, and equipment. The key responsibility of this position is to lead molding qualification activities and continuous improvement with established manufacturing. Responsible for leading projects and actions that result in improved quality, process stability, and reduced cost.

Requirements

8-10 years experience in Plastics environment
Thorough working knowledge of primary or secondary production equipment and processes
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work as part of a cellular team
Ability to work and contribute in a team oriented, continuous improvement, manufacturing environment
Personal computer skills
Problem solving skills
Team building skills
SPC skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent follow-up skills
Ability to independently solve problems and make recommendations

Nice To Haves

4 Year/Bachelors Degree in Plastics Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field
Experience utilizing statistical techniques such as process capability and Gage R&R
Experience performing productivity tests and evaluations such as OEE, TPM, etc.
Demonstrated ability in leading projects through the evaluation of information and responding accordingly using project management tools such as Gant charts, etc.
Experience in new mold process development for new product rollouts

Responsibilities

Setting up robust injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding
Process development utilizing Scientific Molding and Design Of Experiments (DOE) principles
Coordinating qualification activities (PPAP, IQ, OQ, PQ, DOE, etc.) to meet requirements of the application
Generating qualification requirements and reports for injection molded components
Using in-cavity sensors for process development
Planning and executing new tool samples and/or attending tool samples performed at outside sources
Preparing or updating procedures, work instructions, and process sheets
Acting as subject matter expert during product design reviews for manufacturing feasibility
Understanding Mold Flow analysis
Understanding of both Crystalline & Amorphous plastics resin (examples include polycarbonate, acrylic, PVC, Nylon and Co-polyesters)
Using Society of Plastics Industry Standards (SPI) for mold build classification and texture/surface appearance recognition
Using and understanding of Statistical Tools (Design of Experiments, Measurement System Analysis/Gage R&R, Process Capability and Statistical Process Control)
Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with functional groups (Engineering, Quality Operations, Manufacturing)
Proactively performing process improvement activities on existing processes to improve efficiencies, increase production output, reduce scrap, waste, handling damage, and non-conformances
Focusing on cost reduction and communication of cost reduction project status
Project management, process development, process print development, development of work instructions, and operator training on manufacturing processes
Becoming Subject Matter Expert for assigned processes and supporting customer, ISO, FDA, and internal audits
Complying with department procedures and ISO and FDA regulations
Development and implementation of process improvement projects as well as new process development, including working with outside contractors
Discovering potential problems, solving problems, and implementing changes in primary and secondary operation processes
Working as part of the cell team to improve customer service, reduce scrap, reduce lead-time, improve product flow, reduce product cost, and provide smooth implementation of new products
Working with other engineers and production operators in process development
Working with Quality Engineering to develop quality plans and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices
Training others in similar roles once competency is demonstrated
Mentoring coworkers in overall personal development