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Plastic Injection Molding Process Engineer
United States - MI - Highland Park
Job Description
Job Description
1. Daily troubleshooting of production processes, with primary focus on injection molding processes
2. Continuous improvement projects in the injection molding and IP sub-assembly areas
3. Cost reduction activities in the injection molding and IP sub-assembly areas
4. Sample new launch plastic injection molding tools
5. Identify and implement safety improvement ideas in the injection molding and IP sub-assembly areas
6. Any other pertinent production related duties as needed
7. Understand and positively impact key measures; balance quality, productivity, safety, cost, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas
8. Continuously analyze the assigned area of responsibility for improved methods or production, tool design, communication, and reporting, cost controls and making improvements
9. Observe production operation within their area of control to ascertain compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, production standards, and efficient operation of equipment; take correction action to eliminate any deviation
10. With the Plant Manager and Manager, study operation where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and apply correction action
11. Promote YFAI Team Signature and Values through daily interaction with all assigned production team members
12. Understand and promote YF Lean philosophy and methods
13. Attend safety, quality, and other meetings as needed
Responsible for promoting a safe work environment and preventing injuries through the use of, but not limited to, 5S, job rotation, and ergonomic work practices. Safety auditing, tracking of audit closure, participating in incident reviews along with writing or assisting in the 8D process and aiding in corrective action closure. Communication of safety information as necessary and participation in safety meetings and activities is also required.
Your Qualifications
Engineering Bachelors Degree Required
Plastic Injection Molding Manufacturing Experience required
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