Process Engineer

The Judge Group - Dallas, TX

Full-time

Dallas, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Our client is currently seeking a Process Engineer for a 1st shift opening with a manufacturing company located near College Station, TX. This role is critical in ensuring that the manufacturing processes are optimized for efficiency and quality. The Process Engineer will collaborate closely with plant production and quality assurance teams to enhance processes, maximize machine performance, prioritize safety, and ensure consistent product quality. The successful candidate will champion the development and implementation of Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems, which are essential for monitoring and controlling the manufacturing process to ensure that it operates at its full potential. In addition to process optimization, the Process Engineer will evaluate and introduce new materials in collaboration with Engineering & Technical Services (E&TS). This involves developing and continually updating preventative maintenance plans for molds and injection molding machines, working closely with E&TS and machine suppliers to ensure that all equipment is functioning optimally. The role also requires driving continuous improvement in existing operations by identifying opportunities for product and process optimization. The Process Engineer will serve as a go-to resource for mold and equipment troubleshooting and repairs, providing ongoing technical support to plant operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols, maximize productivity and quality, and meet delivery targets. Furthermore, the Process Engineer will assist in evaluating components and testing new products, including new mold and equipment installations. Coordination of all Pro-T-Con activities will be part of the responsibilities, aimed at developing and implementing improvements in processes, products, and equipment across the plant. The role also includes the development of clear and concise standard operating procedures (SOPs) for molding machines and related equipment, ensuring that all processes are documented and followed correctly to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with plant production and quality assurance teams to optimize processes, maximize machine performance, prioritize safety, and ensure consistent product quality.
• Champion the development and implementation of SPC systems.
• Evaluate and introduce new materials in collaboration with Engineering & Technical Services (E&TS).
• Develop and continually update preventative maintenance plans for molds and injection molding machines, working closely with E&TS and machine suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement in existing operations, identifying opportunities for product and process optimization.
• Be a go-to resource for mold and equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
• Provide ongoing technical support to plant operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, maximizing productivity and quality, and meeting delivery targets.
• Assist in evaluating components and testing new products, including new mold and equipment installations.
• Coordinate all Pro-T-Con activities to develop and implement improvements in processes, products, and equipment across the plant.
• Develop clear and concise standard operating procedures (SOPs) for molding machines and related equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent) and/or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of injection molding processes, equipment, materials, and mold tooling.
• Proven project management expertise with a focus on process improvement and innovation principles.
• Ability to react promptly to situations, demonstrating flexibility in working with people and operational assets.
• A keen eye for potential problems and the ability to act proactively on those intuitions.