Process Engineer Jobs in Muskego, WI (NOW HIRING)

This is an exciting role where no two days will be the same. Healthy balance between theoretical problem solving, and hands-on application. See a direct impact of your daily work on life saving devices that you see out in the world every day. To become the most trusted center of excellence for all silicone and rubber molding. 

As a Process Engineer you will have a direct impact on making life saving devices each day and every day. This role provides Engineering support and optimization improvements on established equipment including vision systems, auxiliary equipment, automation, robots, end of arm tooling, packaging, plastic injection molding, assembly and other processing systems for an injection molding manufacturer.

Innovation: Constantly drive improvement in quality and efficiency through implementing new technology, practices, and equipment. Exciting times with all the automation opportunities that exist.

Growth: Will report directly to Engineering Manager, but will work closely with other Managers as well as the plant manager (Director of Operations). Hard work and contributions will not go unnoticed. We are very supportive of training opportunities in areas that are of interest.

Mission: We collaborate and innovate with our customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices in the world.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop programs and/or methods to optimize productivity and reduce cycle time, manufacturing losses, and overall costs.
• Assure that the process adheres to ISO standards
• Continuously improve existing processes using design of experiments and other methods to increase efficiencies.
• Support the product development process by assisting the program teams as necessary to ensure successful product launches.
• Mold validation process set-up, troubleshooting and process monitoring.
• Quotes, procures, modifies and validates both new and existing production mold tooling.
• Resolves technical tooling and process problems associated with both new and old tooling.
• Assists in selection of tooling vendors.
• Directs vendor interface, coordinates in-process changes and approves tooling upon completion.
• Works with our vendors to perform new or modified component validations as applicable; determines the requirements and directs any tooling upgrades to existing tooling.
• Monitors all molding operations, tracking efficiency and potential issues.
• Scientific approach to problem solving machine issues. Tracks statistical data and utilizes SPC to continuously monitor and improve the efficiency of the molding operations.
• Participates in variation scrap and cost reduction opportunities.
• Works as a cross-functional team member with involvement in processes, various designs, troubleshooting, project management and cost analysis.
• Assists in the collection of information, selection and implementation of new molding projects.
• Creates procedures, routings and BOM’s. Assists with corrective actions to resolve non-conformances as root causes are identified.
• Optimize manufacturing practices.
• Improve work force by training Process Technicians and Mold Technicians on efficient machines.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 4+ years experience in a manufacturing environment (Silicone injection molding experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of manufacturing technologies with emphasis on injection molding, SPC, DOE and GD & T.
• Detailed knowledge of mold and part design
• Proficiency with MS Office software suites (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent communication and record-keeping skills

 BENEFITS 

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire
• Generous paid time off benefits and 11 paid Holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan with company match

WELL-BEING 

• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits 
• Up to $150-off your gym membership annually 
• Discounted Pet Insurances for your furry friends
• Access to individualized financial planning meetings 
• Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more
• Discounted family caregiving support

CAREER GROWTH 

• Tuition Reimbursement 
• On-site Training Programs 

• Defined Career Path for advancement in role and compensation 
• New Hire On-boarding Training Plans