Process Specialist - Injection Molding

Leviton - Bothell, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Bothell, WA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Specialist is responsible for developing, documenting, implementing and monitoring processes used in the manufacture of Network Solutions' injection molded products. Assures ongoing, timely production of quality, cost effective products. Performs continuous improvements that support the goals and objectives of the Injection Molding Department, including safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust and efficient injection molding processes for new and existing molds, utilizing scientific molding principles, which include creating documentation for each process
• Troubleshoot existing processes and make improvements for optimum processing, verifying all processes are within allowable parameters
• Test and evaluate new and modified molds, including prototypes
• Assist and provide input with new tool design and modifications
• Test and evaluate new and modified materials
• Monitor Operation Equipment Efficiency (OEE) to ensure set standards are achieved or exceeded
• Perform Design of Experiments (DOE's) to determine process parameters
• Identify and conduct critical process improvements
• Assist with training of mold room staff and production employees, if applicable
• May assist with molding machine preventative maintenance, machine operations (start-ups, setups) and molding machine repair, as required
• May serve as lead
• Support a safe work environment by following safety policies and procedures
• Support a quality work environment by following quality policies and procedures as directed

Requirements

• Knowledge of injection molding machine controls
• Possess broad scope knowledge of injection molding equipment with advanced troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of material drying and blending
• Knowledge of scientific molding practices
• Ability to set and pull molds
• Knowledge of proper Lockout / Tagout procedures
• Knowledge of DOE's and data analysis
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to perform inventory movement transactions
• Understanding of basic math skills
• Must be able to use measuring equipment, including calipers
• Ability to read drawings & blueprints
• Ability to use judgement to identify potential safety hazards
• Ability to use judgment related to identifying and segregating non-conforming materials and components
• Ability to successfully train others
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment or work independently
• Ability to interface with support personnel from engineering, tool room, and quality

Nice-to-haves

• Master Molder Certification or similar certification preferred

Benefits

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Advocacy Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Additional wellness incentive programs