Process Engineer (Day Shift)

Altek Inc • Liberty Lake, WA

4h

About The Position

The Process Engineer is responsible for new product start up and development of robust, repeatable processes, troubleshooting existing molding processes and secondary processes; documentation of corrective actions regarding finished parts and process optimization activities; and adhering to Altek’s core values, policies, and safety standards while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10 years’ experience in plastic injection molding processing 
• Knowledge, practice and application of Decoupled Molding Techniques; mold construction; safe molding practices; 5s; One-Piece Flow; mechanical equipment used in plastics manufacturing; and gas assist molding
• Literacy in ERP system
• Intermediate computer, reading, verbal, math and written skills
• Excellent documentation skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Knowledgeable in material types, machine operations, and proper processing methods
• Competent in the use of calipers, micrometer, pin gauges, various hand tools, CNC routers and ultrasonic welders
• Ability to communicate and behave effectively with others in a team environment
• Maintain a high level of quality output
• Self-motivated 
• Ability to provide team support and assistance to co-workers as needed
• Forklift certified

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities in processes to improve part quality and minimize waste
• Responds to and documents corrective action requests on time and ensure the proper follow up to ensure that the root cause has been identified and the problem corrected
• Monitors Job performance and report BOM modifications as needed
• Provides technical assistance and training to Production floor
• Monitors key jobs as identified by RMAs, Customer concerns, and Job Cost Variance discrepancies
• Documents improved processes
• Oversees new product development
• Performs new material evaluations
• Reviews, evaluates, and integrates new processing technologies and automation
• Performs DOE’s and Window studies
• Creates forms for tracking various activities for data collection
• Troubleshoots production runs to achieve quality parts, minimizes scrap, and seeks help, when necessary, especially for significant startup scrap
• Ensures product inspection meets quality standards, validates with inspector, and ensures proper documentation is completed
• Adheres to Altek’s Vision, Core Values and Quality Policy, to ensure quality to customers, internal and external 
• Proactively maintains established company policies and manufacturing strategies
• Builds and maintains positive rapport with other Altek employees, customers and/or suppliers
• Adapts and modifies as circumstances warrant
• Maintains a positive outlook and treats co-workers with respect and professionalism
• Demonstrates safe work habits
• Embraces Altek's Quality Policy to ensure quality to internal and external customers
• Embraces Altek's vision, core values, and expected behaviors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED