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Sabert

Tooling Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN

... assist plugs, trim tooling, perforation tooling. * Perform complete project management when ... Experience in manufacturing (plastics mfg. preferred), tool making or machine shop. * Strong ...

Valeo

Tooling Engineer

Seymour, IN · On-site

Responsible for plastic part engineering according to the specifications in order to meet the ... Lead the tooling design and approval process according to the Valeo standards & Procedure (RAISE)

Sabert Corporation

Tooling Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

... assist plugs, trim tooling, perforation tooling. * Perform complete project management when ... Experience in manufacturing (plastics mfg. preferred), tool making or machine shop. * Strong ...

Valeo

Tooling Engineer

Seymour, IN · On-site

Responsible for plastic part engineering according to the specifications in order to meet the ... Lead the tooling design and approval process according to the Valeo standards & Procedure (RAISE)

HGC Industries

Tooling Manager

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

... with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to improve tooling performance, reduce ... assist technicians in identifying root causes and drive implementation of corrective and ...

HGC Industries

Tooling Manager

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to improve tooling performance, reduce ... assist technicians in identifying root causes and drive implementation of corrective and ...

Creative Liquid Coatings, INC

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Design Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

... tooling and tolerancing criteria. * Participate in the testing and validation of new products ... Must have plastics design experience, specifically injection molding. * Must be proficient in at ...

BRC Rubber and Plastics Inc.

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Production Scheduler

Hartford City, IN · On-site

You will balance machine capacity, labor capacity, tooling availability, and raw rubber compounds ... engineering support from concept through prototype into final production of rubber and plastic ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Plastics Tooling Engineer vs Plastics Manufacturing Technician?

AspectAssistant Plastics Tooling EngineerPlastics Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical or Plastics EngineeringTechnical diploma or certification in plastics technology
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, tooling workshops, engineering departmentsProduction floors, manufacturing plants, assembly lines
Job FocusDesign, develop, and improve plastic molds and toolingOperate machinery, troubleshoot production issues, ensure quality

The Assistant Plastics Tooling Engineer primarily focuses on designing and developing plastic molds, working closely with engineering teams. In contrast, the Plastics Manufacturing Technician handles the day-to-day operation of manufacturing equipment and ensures production runs smoothly. Both roles are essential in the plastics industry but differ in their responsibilities and work environments.

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Tooling Engineer

Sabert

Fort Wayne, IN

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Sabert rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

  • Description

    Perform tool engineering on Plant Thermoform tooling projects, including specification, engineering and design, technical review and RFQ (Request for Quotation) from qualified tool shops. Provide complete project management including procurement, assembly, start-up and qualification of tooling and products for the manufacturing plant. Participate with project teams from NPD (New Product Development) in development of tooling to optimize new product cost and manufacturing, and with manufacturing teams to resolve current issues with new and current tooling.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Perform plant thermoform production tool engineering and design for NPD and manufacturing support projects.
    • Contribute technical expertise as team member of both manufacturing and NPD support projects.
    • Perform engineering calculations and design as required to ensure high level of tool performance:
      • High throughput tooling with adequate cooling and air flow;
      • High quality manufacture of products;
      • Wide "process window" to ensure ease of operation.
    • Perform design of both Form and Trim tooling, including complete mold and dieset design, and conversion sets consisting of cavities, assist plugs, trim tooling, perforation tooling.
    • Perform complete project management when assigned projects, including:
      • Work with project team directed by Project Manager;
      • Tooling concept and design review;
      • Schedule and budget control;
      • High quality tool fabrication meeting full design specification;
      • Complete follow-up of initial trial and tooling qualification;
      • Implement scorecard to audit project success.
    • Work with plant tool personnel, quality, tool engineering, and manufacturing to maintain and continually improve tooling standards with known performance.
    • Participate in design evaluation of new as well as current products, to improve manufacturability and success during trials and qualification of production tooling at the plant.
    • Analyze details of manufacturing issues to develop better standards of design, as well as correct current manufacturing problems.
    • Establish technical competence and knowledge of process and support equipment. Contribute to creative manufacturing solutions involving production lines, machinery and infrastructure.
    • Prepare Capital Authorization Request (CAR) when required with effective project explanation, justification, project timeline and ROI calculation. Prepare detailed presentation of CAR to management for approval.

    Other:

    • Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Education-

    • BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

    Experience-

    • Skilled in 3D Solid Modeling CAD software, Solid Works preferred.
    • Experience in manufacturing (plastics mfg. preferred), tool making or machine shop.
    • Strong problem solving skills with good mechanical aptitude.
    • Knowledge of current compliance requirements for Safety.
    • Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing methods a plus.
    • Capable of effective communication and team building to enhance project coordination.
    • Demonstrated use of effective documentation for schedule and budget management.

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Industry

Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Sayreville, NJ, US

Year founded

1983

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