Process Engineer
We are currently seeking a Process Engineer for a specialty rubber manufacturer that supplies components to Fortune 500 Manufacturing and Air Force in Hamburg, NJ. Description
The Process Engineer is a position that supports and coordinates many processes in the manufacture of molded rubber products. The Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating the molding and related process activities on new program launches and currently existing ones, ensuring that applicable labor standards, work instructions, and other related documentation exists, and/or introducing/revising manufacturing processes and assisting the manufacturing operations in continuous process improvements. While monitoring the effectiveness of processes this individual quantifies results, documents and presents findings to management and prepares status reports. Responsibilities for the Process Engineer
- Process Development: Develops the processing specification and parameter records for manufacturing of new product introduction. Works with Quality and Laboratory personnel to ensure the new product is performing in accordance with all internal specification and is meeting the customer requirements. Identifies in a timely manner any adverse condition/s affecting quality and productivity, and provides, or obtains support, as necessary. Ensures that all work is performed in a safe manner and promotes a "Safety First” culture.
- Process Support: Participates with the Operations Team, Quality and Engineering on Continuous Improvement initiatives and in real-time problem solving of issues that can and will affect throughput, product quality, and deliveries. Supports training of employees assigned to the department. Engages Teammates in department functions, processes, and equipment used to manufacture products.
- Process Troubleshooting: Assists the Operations, Quality, and Engineering Teammates in troubleshooting equipment, tools, molds, and raw materials to understand and resolve root causes for process inconsistencies or non-conformances. Ensures that actual process parameters are consistent with process documentation and submits documentation change requests when appropriate.
- Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes. Define labor standards and prepare work instructions, as needed. 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.
- Demonstrated ability to start-up, operate and shut down process related equipment. Must be able to work independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues. Complete research and design experiments when necessary
- Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues.
- Monitor and report issues with molding and/or other manufacturing equipment, 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, as necessary.
- 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.
- Prepares industrial sketches and writes work orders and purchase order requests.
- Wears required personal protective equipment and keeps work area clean at all times.
- Reports to the department Supervisor immediately all accidents or unsafe conditions in the work area.
- Associates Degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, or other applicable academic or experiential background.
- Technical background in manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, materials, and metrology.
- Ability to lift 25 Lbs. unassisted.
- Self-starter must be able to work with little direction and with a high level of self-motivation.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and maximize cost reduction or increased revenue project results through prioritization.
- Demonstrated excellent 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.
- Due to our client's relationship with the governement you must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or applicable academic or experiential background.
- 3 Year(s) work experience in a Manufacturing Facility. Familiarity with general manufacturing processes including machining, grinding, turning, shearing, punching, honing, EDM, deburring, cryo-flashing
- Some mechanical design experiences
- Basic metrology tools experience, approaches and minimum requirements for accurate & consistent measurement.
- 1 Year(s) work experience in an Elastomeric or Polymer (rubber or plastics) manufacturing
- organization where injection molding occurs.
- Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, Design for Manufacturing
- Familiarity working in organizations with ISO9001, and AS9100D quality system certifications.
- Enjoys mechanical repair and hand working from the simple to the complex. (ie. engines,
- appliances, motorcycles, automobiles, electronics)
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