Process Engineer - Injection Molding

Company: Dynomax Inc.
Location: Wheeling
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

PROCESS ENGINEER - INJECTION MOLDINGDynomax is a full-service injection molder in the aerospace and defense industries. We perform all mold building, injection molding, automation, maintenance and repair in-house, which enables us to control the entire process for exceptional quality assurance. We have an opportunity available for a Process Engineer, who will act as liaison between Mold Design, Tool Room, and Production Departments. Process Engineer Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify process parameters for injection molding of electrical components
• Coordinate activities with tooling engineers, toolroom staff, and production technicians
• Perform root cause analysis and resolution of noncomformances where engineering support is required
• Establish and document Methods of Manufacturing (MoM) incorporating key notes and details needed for repeat production, including set up and processing parameters
• Ensure that engineering documentation is appropriately maintained and controlled
• Sample new molds to produce parts for engineering validation
• Troubleshoot critical jobs throughout the production run
• Provide and implement ideas to improve the efficiency of the Molding Department
• Record and update all processes after ensuring all key areas are correct, including "mold protection"
• Experience with CAD Software (Solidworks preferred)Process Engineer Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering required; Plastics Engineering degree preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years experience in production support within an injection molding environment
  • Knowledge of mold assembly and its effects on processing capabilities
  • Firm understanding of the scientific injection molding process and tool design
  • Advanced level of mold setting and injection mold processing knowledge
  • Knowledge of raw materials and their processing characteristics
  • Excellent data collection and communication skillsProcess Engineer Preferred Experience:
    • Master Molder Certified
    • Epicor ERP experience
    • Experience with engineering grade materials such as Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCP), filled and unfilled Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), Ultem, fluorosilicone rubber, PFA, thermoset resins such as Bakelite 1908B-1 (Epiall) and diallyl phthalate (DAP)Benefits Include:
      • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
      • Company-paid life insurance
      • 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
      • Paid holidays, vacation days, PTO days
      • Optional FSA and Identity Theft Protection
      • Optional Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance
      • Discretionary annual bonusManufacture a great career with Dynomax!Dynomax provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
        
        
        
        
        Compensation details: 80000-130000 Yearly Salary
        
        
        
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