Job Description
This is a hybrid position, supporting our Little Rock, AR and Shawnee, OK locations. Candidates are ideally located in the Northwest Arkansas area.
*Job Overview*
As a Sr Process Engineer, you are responsible for providing expert support in process standardization and capability improvements in plastic processing and innovative technologies for injection molding operations. You will function as a technical resource to ensure that injection molding operations process standards for Georg Fischer are compliant.
* Implements best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives across all injection molding sites.
* Supports sites in process optimization and control, such as cost reduction, quality improvement, etc.
* Develops and drives professional training in Injection Molding.
* Supports standardized injection molding processes.
* Fosters collaboration, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation across the organization's injection molding operations to enhance operational performance and competitive advantage.
* Provides technical support in procurement of injection molding machines (specification, acceptance test, ramp up)
* Supports sites in mold concept design, shrinkage and mold qualification.
* Explores Injection Molding technology trends relevant for Georg Fischer.
* Performs feasibility test for new technologies and processes.
* Keeps innovative technology in injection molding of equipment, processes and automation.
* Trains / mentors Manufacturing/Process Engineers, Process Specialists and Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians.
* Works closely with manufacturing groups to maintain a seamless transition of new molds and new equipment to production.
_*Requirements*_
* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics/Polymer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
* Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in Injection Molding Process Engineering or a closely related discipline.
* Experience with semi-crystalline and amorphous plastics and ability to process materials through various types (makes) of injection molding and extrusion machines.
* Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing plastic processing, including shrinkage management, mold qualification, post-molding operations, auxiliary equipment integration, and product testing.
* Experience with Root Cause Analysis techniques.
* Ability to travel 50% or more.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* Plastics injection molding: 10 years (Required)
* Root cause analysis: 1 year (Required)
Willingness to travel:
* 50% (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Little Rock, AR 72206
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Remote work, Flexible hours,