Process Engineer

M&M Industries•Chattanooga, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

M&M Industries is a U.S.-based manufacturer of plastic pails and packaging solutions. We operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence are critical to meeting customer expectations. Under the direction of the General Manager, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Assistant Plant Manager, the Process Engineer is responsible for developing new products while achieving company goals for quality, cost, and delivery. This role supports assigned areas in meeting objectives for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Associate Engagement while driving continuous improvement through processing expertise, troubleshooting, and standardized systems and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to inspire and cultivate a team by establishing trust, maintaining a strong floor presence, supporting problem-solving, driving execution, and collaborating effectively with vendors, teammates, and customers
Proven ability to analyze data and trends and prepare written correspondence and presentations
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills
Thorough understanding of scientific molding principles and practices
Ability to program robots and assist with the development of end-of-arm tooling
High School Diploma required
RJG Master Molder or equivalent required
Experience applying Lean manufacturing tools, including Value Stream Mapping, Kanban system design and implementation, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) required
Minimum five (5) years of experience utilizing structured problem-solving techniques and tools required
Minimum five (5) years of experience in an injection molding engineering or processing role with direct responsibility for the injection molding process required
Minimum three (3) years of direct and/or indirect leadership experience overseeing Process Technicians required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Plastics Processing preferred
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred

Responsibilities

Enforce all company policies and procedures while promoting a safety-first culture
Maintain a clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity
Create and drive training and development opportunities for Process Technicians
Support Engineering with part design, tool design, prototyping, and mold sampling/approval; lead the dimensional reconciliation process through Master Mold setup, DOE's, and confirmation runs
Develop process specifications to ensure quality output of molded products; optimize processes using data acquisition software and end-product performance testing
Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal resources
Implement process and quality improvements through Lean and continuous improvement methods focused on reducing cycle time, scrap, and downtime while improving OEE
Troubleshoot material and processing issues
Partner with Production and Maintenance to analyze workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and equipment layout to maximize efficiency
Work with the Tooling Manager to ensure optimized processing and proper care of tooling
Collaborate with mold vendors to streamline onboarding of new tools and improve process efficiency
Apply statistical methods to estimate manufacturing capabilities, improve current processes, and develop tools and standards that support shop floor autonomy
Lead cross-functional teams to identify key issues, implement corrective actions, and validate effectiveness
Develop work instructions for molding best practices