Process Engineer

Responsibilities: Monitor and improve machine process, develop work instructions, and train employees Provide training to process technicians, machine attendants and supervisors on new or modified processes Provide technical assistance to process technicians and machine attendants Assist in determining root cause and provide corrective action with customer product complaints Develop appropriate manufacturing process documentation (work instructions, process setup instructions, and maintenance requirements) for integration into the company’s quality system Validate implemented manufacturing process improvements to ensure desired results and sustainability Investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner Participate in projects that support in reducing downtime and scrap Communicating closely with management team members regarding all aspects of quality control Track inventories and order supplies as they are needed Investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner Managing new mold sampling including all documentation. Validating process development efforts and interaction with part quality. Feedback to corporate engineering for follow up as necessary Adhering to quality system requirements and a focus on continuous improvement Drive ToolingU - SME training at the plant level Shift flexibility, able to come in early, stay late or show up on the weekends as production issues are encountered Ability to work independently and on a team Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by plant manager Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (preferably manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering related) Minimum of 2 years' work experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, and/or Quality Assurance functions preferably within Injection Molding Plastics Manufacturing Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing Desired attainment of nationally recognized certification in manufacturing engineering, such as AME or SME Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision Excellent computer and data analysis skills. proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), SAP & Data Analysis (such as Minitab) experience a plus