Job Description

Overview

The Injection Molding Process Engineer is a "hands-on" position that plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high quality injection molded product. The IM Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating the molding efforts on new program launches, setting up and/or revising manufacturing processes and assisting the manufacturing operations with problem solving and continuous process improvements. While monitoring the effectiveness of processes, this individual quantifies results, documents and presents findings to management and prepares reports. This position also mentors and provides training to other injection molding personnel.

Essential Functions

• Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes; implement and evaluate changes to existing processes designed to improve product quality, productivity and overall equipment efficiency
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to process technicians, operators and other molding personnel
• Develop and maintain process documentation ensuring that processes and procedures are clearly stated and understandable for all employees
• Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes, improve yield and throughput, drive cost reduction activities and improve on part quality
• Start-up, operate and shut down process related equipment as needed
• Responsible for new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues.
• Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues
• Monitor and report issues with injection molds, make recommendations for refurbishment based on production factors such as cycles, process capability and tooling history
• Interact with customers to resolve issues and provide new project updates
• Implement technical solutions including statistical methodology to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations
• Facilitate and support facility and manufacturing safety, environmental, and ergonomics efforts
• All other job duties and projects as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of practical work experience in an Injection Molding Operation
• Strong and diverse technical background in injection molding processing, tooling, equipment, materials, manufacturing and quality
• Must be a self-starter who is able to work with little direction and with a high level of self-motivation
• Ability to manage multiple start-up projects
• Demonstrated superior communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Demonstrated ability to think out of the box and recommend options
• Ability to lead others; responsibility may include indirect supervision of process technicians
• Bilingual in Spanish/English a plus

Benefits

• Competitive base
• Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
• Medical Discounts
• Ancillary Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
• Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• 401k matching
• Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 10 holidays)

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with 26 Humanscale products certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for 40 years.

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran)

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