UbeCube LLC
Lead Injection Molding Process Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY:
UbeCube is a small start-up injection molding facility with great potential. Our main focus is our patented storage cube (look us up!). We are also interested in OEM injection molding. Our ideal candidate for this position will be someone who is ready to help build this small company to realize its potential through excellent teamwork and dedication.
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 products. The 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 in 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
∙ Develop new processes, and assess and document new and existing processes. Implement and evaluate changes to existing processes designed to improve product quality, productivity, and overall equipment efficiency.
∙ Hire and manage process technicians, operators, and other molding personnel. Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to all direct reports.
∙ 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 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.
∙ Work alongside the executive team to make decisions on machinery purchases by researching and reporting on best options for future growth.
∙ Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues.
∙ Have a complete understanding of injection molds, how they work, and be able to spec new molds.
∙ Monitor and report issues with injection molds, and 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.
REQUIREMENTS:
∙ B.S. degree in Plastics, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is a plus. Must have at least 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.
∙ Self-starter must be 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 and be creative.
∙ Ability to lead others, responsibility may include indirect supervision of process technicians.
*This job description is not all-inclusive and is only intended to describe the general nature of the work. All job responsibilities are considered to be essential job functions. There is no relocation package available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. All candidates must satisfactorily pass pre-employment drug and background screening.
Are you ready to be part of the team? To submit your resume for consideration, email uc.info@ubecube.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.