Molding Process Engineer

Morgan Stephens•Kansas City, KS

2d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Molding Process Engineer will play a key role in new product launches, mold sampling, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires hands-on experience in injection molding, a strong understanding of tooling and automation systems, and the ability to lead training and process development efforts across production teams.

Requirements

2–3 years of hands-on plastics processing experience, preferably in automotive injection molding.
Technical degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
Strong knowledge of molding parameters, tooling design, and mold flow analysis.
Familiarity with standard quality and lean manufacturing practices.
Proficient with computers and capable of reading tooling prints and process documentation.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assist Program Managers in launching new products by collaborating with Tool, Manifold, and Secondary Equipment Suppliers to ensure optimum performance.
Sample new molds and materials, providing feedback, documentation, and improvement recommendations.
Develop process sheets, water diagrams, and hot-runner diagrams for all assigned jobs.
Create operator instructions for secondary and automated equipment.
Optimize molding processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and scrap reduction.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., mistake-proofing, workflow optimization, cost reduction).
Program robots and automation equipment; design and refine end-of-arm tooling.
Configure work cells and layouts to maximize operational efficiency.
Partner with the Tool Room and Maintenance teams to resolve tooling and equipment issues and maintain PM compliance.
Support Process Technicians by resolving escalated processing challenges.
Oversee and conduct training related to processes, robotics, and assembly equipment.
Provide on-call support for off-shift production as needed.
Use structured problem-solving tools (DOE, capability studies, A3P) to identify and eliminate process issues.
Comply with all OSHA and internal safety procedures and maintain adherence to company policies and quality standards.