Process Engineer

Hi-Lex Controls•Litchfield, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Develops processes necessary to produce new products. Establishes methods and practices to assure process control and high quality of plastic injection molded parts.

Requirements

4 year college degree in Process Engineering, Engineering Technology, or an equivalent field with a concentration in plastic injection molding and/or 5 years experience in plastic injection molding
Extensive knowledge of engineered resins, as well as function and operation of injection molding machines and peripheral equipment.
Use hand tools, crane, grinders, calipers, and gages
Use of a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and a hand or powered pallet jack
Use of a computer and typical office software
Ability to use handheld scanner
Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment in assigned area

Responsibilities

Trains and educates associates with regards to injection molding processes and equipment.
Performs process troubleshooting to resolve quality and production issues related to plastic injection molding
Assist with continuous improvement efforts and implementation
Establishes processes for new products to assure all customer requirements, quality standards, and productivity targets are met
Implements process improvements to optimize cycle times
Estimates cycle time and shot weights for new products
Monitors cleanliness and safety of the worksite.
Performs product problem solving and corrective actions.
Performs machine process adjustments and changeovers when necessary.
Completes required forms and paperwork, prepares reports as required
Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives
Follows all safety rules and keeps the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Performs other duties as necessary.