Senior Process Engineer

DEMGY PACIFIC•Tacoma, WA

1d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

This position’s responsibility is for optimization, creation, and monitoring of internal processes that directly affect workflow, scrap, on-time deliveries, and part cost. It involves Injection Molding process development, maintenance, and Tooling Design, as well as the implementation and execution of LEAN manufacturing principles.

Requirements

Proficiency in the company ERP system (IQMS) as it pertains to the Process Engineer.
Able to perform the responsibilities of the Setup Technician, in the event of a staffing shortage.
Able to perform the responsibilities of the Process Technician, in the event of a staffing shortage.
Effective communication: Able to read, speak, and write English.
Able to keep accurate quantity records.
Able to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Know material properties and how to apply them.
Understand operation and function of individual mold components and as a system.
Mechanical skills.
Basic computer skills.
Team oriented.
Efficient and action driven.
Motivated self-starter.
Dependable with reliable attendance.
Scientific Injection Molding, Master Molder, or injection molding educational certificate, required.
5+ years of experience as a Process Technician (molder), required.
5+ years of experience processing Engineered Resins, required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace manufacturing organization, preferred.

Responsibilities

Operation of injection molding machine, including basic operation, setup/teardown, production starts/stops, and purging.
Operation of all auxiliary equipment on the production floor, including mold heaters, dryers, DME Hot Runner controls, vacuum verification units, core mules, and automation (pickers, robots, conveyors, and chutes).
Process development (new projects) on Injection Molding machines.
Process revision (existing projects) in Injection Molding machines.
Development and maintenance of controlled documents, processes, and procedures pertaining to the Molding Department.
Interface with customers and suppliers on behalf of the company.
Interface with other departments, internally, as a “subject matter expert” with regards to Injection Molding.
Facilitate D.O.E. windows studies, identifying key processing factors that would affect cosmetic, dimensional, or structural stability of a part.
Advise in the purchase of new equipment and consumables, and their effects (ROI) in the Molding department.
Take on “5S Lean” tasks and projects.
Accurate interpretation of engineering (prints) on both molding equipment and production parts.
Advise in the design and construction of new tooling/fixtures, proactively identifying project-specific KPIs that will affect scrap potential, part cost, and labor.
Identify Injection Molding reject conditions and how to correct them.
Operate a forklift.
Generate work orders (MRO’s) for mold or equipment repair and/or modification.
Inventory disposition.
Correspond with scheduling regarding tooling trials for T0, T1, and production sampling for existing and new projects.
Record time spent on tasks accurately.
Coordinate and facilitate basic and advanced training needs on the Molding floor, as it pertains to new equipment and injection molding process.
Use a variety of hand tools in an appropriate and safe manner.
Maintain a clean working space.
Perform tasks with minimal supervision and in a safe manner, including the use of PPE when necessary.
Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
Follow safety policies.
Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program.
Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers in all departments.
Maintain accurate documentation as required, following DEMGY Pacific’s document and record control procedures as applicable to the position.
Ensure that housekeeping within the department is properly maintained.
Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained).
Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.