Injection Molding Process Engineer (Dallas) TX

Working at Envision means having a job that’s more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference.

We offer team members:

• Careers with purpose
• Teamwork environment
• Amazing 401K Retirement Plan
• Envision Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO & Vacation
   

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Injection Molding Process Engineer will develop and qualify the processes at the injection molding presses for new mold validations and troubleshooting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Establish, control, and improve existing injection molding, decorating, and assembly processes and their effective transfer through the 24-hour operation.
• Manage new mold and mold change sampling including all documentation.
• Validate process development efforts and interaction with part quality.
• Provide feedback to appropriate leaders for follow-up as necessary.
• Perform quality-engineering studies as necessary to respond to internal or external part or process non-conformities.
• Communicate closely with management team members regarding all aspects of process control.
• Help and coach assemblers/process technicians on process control and troubleshooting.
• Adhere to quality system requirements and a focus on continuous improvement in relationship to our process set-ups and their maintenance.
• Perform other tasks / projects as necessary to aid the company policy.
• Monitor production floor, building, grounds and security needs during assigned shift.
• Ensure adherence to government contracts and/or job specifications.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance department to maintain high quality standards and minimize or eliminate process deviations and non-confirming product; validate conformance to direct set-up, specifications and adjustments of various machines. Adhere to ISO 9001.
• Monitor and hold staff accountable for accurate record keeping.
• Coordinate with inventory staff to ensure cost center is stocked with material and production time is not lost.
• Assist with year-end physical inventory activities.
• Recommend individuals for position movement on assigned shift.
• Recommend and assist with training for new hires or transfers; identify and initiate ongoing training, coaching, and personal development needs for all subordinates.
• Ensure duties, responsibilities, authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintain compliance with established safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct performance evaluations and establish individual employee goals and expectations; provide counseling and recommendations for disciplinary action and/or recognition.
• Submit salary increases and other employee status changes/reclassifications, and request approval for above-standard salary amounts.
• Communicate company/department news, policies and programs to subordinates on a regular basis.
• Responsible for maintaining high employee morale and strong ethical standards.
• Maintains attendance records for employees.
• Maintains timekeeping in payroll system.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned
• Work under general supervision

 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

 

Education:  High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in Plastics Engineering preferred. Knowledge of scientific molding principles preferred.

         

Experience:  5 years hands-on experience in Injection Molding, Mold/Machine Set-Up, Process Development & Troubleshooting. Minimum of 2-3 years previous production/manufacturing environment experience in a supervisory position and/or substantiated progression in leadership roles.

 

Knowledge/Skills:     

• Superior analytic ability and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing statistics including; SPC, design of experiments, and capability studies required.
• ISO 9001 or similar quality system experience.
• Initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work as a team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, most notably Excel, as well as internet usage, business websites and an ERP system (AX preferred)
• Possess a working knowledge of production, production support systems, management and administration of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of people in varying mediums and venues (email, phone, one-on-one, presentations, meetings, etc.).
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Ability to motivate and evaluate staff in meeting goals and objectives, fulfilling individual scope of work and completing work accurately and timely.
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal/external groups to achieve business results
• Knowledge of inventory management principles
• Knowledge of bill of material principles
• Knowledge of mathematics
• Working knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Possess a positive work attitude and a willingness to carry out instructions
• Ability to work independently with periodic consultation and direction
• Ability to express and share knowledge and ideas in a team environment

Licenses/Certifications:  N/A

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising:  1-8

 

Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position:  0

 

VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

 

   Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

 

X       Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

         

X       Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

 

X       Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

 

   Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

 

___   Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

 

 

COMMENTS

 

Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without illegal discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, gender identity, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, military status or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, and any other status protected by law.

Envision employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and veterans, and treats qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

 

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position description is intended to convey generally the duties of this job.  It is not an all-inclusive listing of duties, and it is not a contract, expressed or implied.