Plastics Process Engineer

Description

MISSION & CORE VALUES:

At Dynamic Tool Corporation, it is our mission to inspire those around us through growth, quality, and innovation.

We successfully and continuously accomplish this mission through our core values:

•  Excellence – Giving nothing less than our best effort to every application
•  Integrity – Operating with respect and support for others
•  Safety – Ensuring our shared environment is clean, organized
•  Customer-Focus – Absolute accountability and proactive effort to ensure their success

Through adhering to the principles of our mission and consistently gauging our actions to our core values, it is our vision to become our customer’s first choice by leaving a lasting, positive impression on the industry.

JOB PROFILE SUMMARY:

The Process Engineer develops, establishes, and improves plastic injection molding. This role uses data-driven problem solving and scientific molding principles to validate processes, troubleshoot issues, reduce variation and scrap, and support successful new product introductions. The Process Engineer works closely with tooling, quality, maintenance, and project teams to meet customer requirements 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the job duties listed below.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, validate, and maintain robust injection molding processes using scientific molding principles.
• Lead process setup, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities for new and existing programs.
• Analyze process data, cycle time, scrap, defects, and equipment performance to identify and correct sources of variation.
• Collaborate with Tooling, Quality, Maintenance, Automation, and Program Management teams to resolve technical issues.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, process documentation, work instructions, reports, and related technical records.
• Recommend improvements to tooling, equipment, materials, automation, and processing methods.
• Provide technical guidance and training to process technicians, supervisors, operators, and other team members.
• Support customer requirements, audits, corrective actions, and new product introduction activities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of related experience 

Related Experience:

Three or more years of related experience in plastic injection molding process development, scientific molding, process validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Experience supporting mold trials, new product launches, and cross-functional manufacturing teams.

Education:

• 1 Up to 2 years of formal post-high school specialized trade, technical school, or college.
• Preferred educational background: Engineering, plastics technology, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical field. 

Certifications/Tech expertise:

• Kistler, RJG, AIM, Paulson or equivalent scientific molding training preferred.
• Proficiency with process monitoring, data analysis, ERP, and production reporting tools.
• Knowledge of injection molding equipment, resins, tooling, automation, ISO standards, and quality systems.=

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, DOE, capability studies, and continuous improvement.
• Strong hands-on problem-solving skills with attention to safety, quality, documentation, and customer requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regular presence on the production floor. May require standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.