What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Process Engineer position at On Demand Technical?
- Provide daily engineering support for extrusion and downstream fabrication operations.
- Develop and maintain process control plans, work instructions, and ensure adherence to quality requirements and engineering standards.
- Apply statistical methods to enhance process capability, repeatability, first-pass yields, and product conformance.
- Collaborate with Maintenance teams to develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for equipment.
- Participate in kaizen initiatives to boost quality, productivity, and safety.
- Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, leveraging expertise in product design, materials, tooling, equipment capabilities, and engineering principles.
- Lead projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Research, justify, and manage capital equipment purchases, overseeing projects from proposal through installation and training.
- Design machinery, tools, and fixtures using 3D solid modeling software.
- Develop specifications for new and existing manufacturing machines and equipment.
- Create and update process routings and standard cost data.
- Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Polymer, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing, specifically in polymer processing and extrusion.
- Solid knowledge of polymer extrusion processes and downstream fabrication.
- Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
- Advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD. Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor is a plus.
- A focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)