Molding engineer

Descripción general

Under the direction of the Engineering Director or designated Manager and according to the categories outlined along this document, the incumbent is responsible for actively supporting the development, transfer and validation of extrusion and/or injection molding manufacturing processes so that they are properly and timely conducted per procedures and customer requirements.
By working closely with different value stream teams, customers and development groups, contributes to the strategic planning process of the corresponding area and to the implementation of other key plastics processing projects including capacity increase, new technologies identification and implementation, etc. The PP ME is also required to provide technical support to the quoting process of new projects (i.e. estimation of cycle times, equipment investment, etc.)
He/she is also responsible for the identification and implementation of solutions (i.e. procedures, tools, tooling, fixtures, etc.) that are needed to run plastics processing equipment and manufacturing lines so that quality and productivity indicators are met and continuously improved
The role interacts actively with Program Managers, Value Stream Managers, Production personnel, Quality Assurance personnel, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Facilities and other support functions not only within this manufacturing site but with others as well as with customers and equipment vendors.
To supply technical support to the injection molding and extrusion manufacturing areas.

Requisitos para aplicar

From 2 to 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of experience in extrusion, injection molding or other technically demanding process (i.e. automated equipment, RF/US Welding, etc.); or a combination of them.
Experience within the medical device manufacturing or pharmaceutical fields, or any other highly regulated industry
Bilingual English/Spanish – Advanced English level (written and spoken).
Knowledge of the injection molding and extrusion processes.
Knowledge of the scientific molding/extrusion theory and procedures.
Knowledge and application of statistical techniques (DOE, Sampling Plans, Hypothesis Test, Statistical Process Control, Process Capability Studies), Design of Experiments .
Knowledge of Six Sigma Methodology (green belt certification) and Lean Manufacturing.
Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks).
Basic knowledge of Minitab statistical software
Knowledge of Six Sigma Methodology and Lean Manufacturing are a plus.
Proficiency in the use of MS Project is a plus.