Part Design Engineer

Plastic Ingenuity • Village of Cross Plains, WI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Plastic Ingenuity has a full-time Tooling Designer position available at our Cross Plains plant. Plastic Ingenuity is committed to providing innovative, high-quality packaging for the food, healthcare, and consumer goods industries. At the company's heart are five core values that define who we are and why we have sustained success since 1972. We are friendly and genuine, fostering authentic connections with colleagues and clients alike. Resourcefulness defines our approach, allowing us to turn challenges into opportunities. Collaboration is ingrained in our process, uniting diverse perspectives to identify creative solutions. Total customer focus drives us; we listen intently, respond promptly, and consistently exceed expectations. Lastly, we are dependable doers, letting our actions speak louder than words. These values are the cornerstone of Plastic Ingenuity. Plastic Ingenuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we know that each of our employees helps to make us better. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Come join us.

Requirements

• Preferred education is a 4 year degree in a technology field or engineering from an accredited school.
• Minimum education, given additional work experience, would be related drafting courses in another field of study.
• One year of work experience is required (given the preferred educational background).
• Computer literacy and basic CAD familiarity is essential to success.

Nice To Haves

• Additional related work experience in drafting and mechanical systems.
• Prior related experience in the machine shop or production.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the creation of detailed 2D and 3D CAD models for thermoformed products
• Working with the prototyping and shop teams to create and evaluate product prototypes, identifying potential design improvements.
• Conducting basic tests and analysis on prototypes to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Following good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety.
• Redesigns or revises packages as requested by the customer or in conjunction with production, shop, prototype or engineering to efficiently produce a quality package.
• Preparing and maintaining technical drawings, design specifications, and other documentation necessary for manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees