US Farathane · 16 hours ago
Corporate Process Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expUS Farathane is an industry leading source of plastics manufacturing and complex assembly with 19 global sites. They are seeking a skilled Corporate Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations, focusing on injection molding processes and launch readiness for new programs, while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful tooling and product launches.
AutomotiveManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support Program Managers in launching new products by collaborating with Tooling Engineers, tool shops, mold flow vendors, tryout facilities, and plant personnel to ensure production readiness
Sample new molds and materials; provide detailed documentation, recommendations, and performance feedback
Establish and optimize molding parameters using mold flow data, scientific molding principles, and process adjustments to achieve required part quality and cycle times
Drive continuous improvement through process optimization and troubleshooting
Utilize molding best practices including: rheology curve development, pressure loss analysis, cavity balance evaluation, mold temperature mapping, gate freeze studies, load sensitivity tests, dynamic check ring tests, and melt temperature studies
Train plant Process Engineers and Process Technicians in molding best practices
Participate in product design reviews, tooling design reviews, and Moldflow analysis meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Plastic Technology with 5+ years' experience or 10+ years of relevant injection molding experience
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, professional journals, regulations, and business publications
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information to management teams and customers
Comprehensive understanding of injection molding machine parameters and their effects on product quality
Experience designing and executing scientific molding experiments to solve molding issues
Strong mathematical skills including algebra and geometry for calculations involving proportions, volume, area, ratios, etc
Proven ability to identify problems, collect and analyze data, and develop effective solutions
Ability to interpret complex technical instructions and apply them in practical situations
Willingness to learn and operate press robots during sampling
Willingness to perform basic material handling tasks to support mold trials
Ability to travel to USF manufacturing plants throughout Michigan, Austin, TX, Kansas City, MO, and Jackson, TN, frequently
Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, sit, climb, and maneuver around molding equipment
Ability to reach above and below normal arm height, traverse tie bars, and communicate verbally
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
Visual capabilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!
Company
US Farathane
An Auburn Hill, Mich.-based provider of plastic injection-molded components to the North American automotive industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-04-25Acquired
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