Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Injection Molding)

Job Description

IPS - IRP MED is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Injection Molding) who develops and improves manufacturing processes by analyzing processes and manufacturing methods. This is a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role that includes the development of tooling, methods, and processes for the manufacturing of new and existing products. The engineer is involved with FP Projects (First Purchase) as well as the sustaining efforts RP (Repeat Purchase) projects. In addition to the above, this includes the development of required technical documentation. This professional position requires a sense of urgency and team skills in order to closely interface with production, quality and sales personnel.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, specializing in high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. IPS is comprised of 10 highly respected brands, each recognized for their expertise and innovation: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, Swift Textile Metalizing (STM), RMB Products, and SPIRA Manufacturing Our extensive product portfolio includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings—all designed to meet the most demanding performance requirements in mission-critical applications.

Job Responsibilities:

Evaluates manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of injection molding, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; gathering observations from operators and leads.

Develops and Improves manufacturing processes by analyzing product requirements; researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; working with equipment manufacturers.

Lead the implementation and integration of automation technologies. Designing automated solutions to reduce manual labor and improve process consistency and throughput

Assures product and process capability by practical and analytical methods; establishing standards; defining manufacturing process sequences. Participates in root cause and failure analysis as required and develops with the team root cause and corrective actions.

Provides manufacturing KPI information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing standards and gross margin outliers. Evaluates and maintains time standards that produce increased productivity.

Improves manufacturing productivity by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Evaluates existing manufacturing processes and workflow to identify areas that could benefit from changes and improvements

Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends from the floor and the MRP system.

Validate tooling and processes through first article fabrication and inspections. Evaluates with department supervisors and others tool life, tool rework, and tool rotations.

Conduct problem solving efforts and teams with timely and effective troubleshooting, implement productivity improvements, reductions in scrap and rework and waste elimination projects. Support Continuous Improvement initiatives, 6S, and Lean Manufacturing.

Interacts with Design Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure design for manufacturability of new products. Participates in design review process, and acts as a liaison for products from inception through shipment to customer.

Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.

When requested, helps to train production operators and technicians in the manufacture of more complex parts and assemblies.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Years Experience: Minimum of 6-8 years of previous Engineering experience in an injection molding environment

Skills:

Experience in liquid silicone rubber and rubber molding in general

Direct Experience with MRP

Possessing Critical Interpersonal skills so as to Function effectively in a Team Environment

Excellent oral and written communication

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

Lean Six Sigma experience

Experience working with 3 axis robots

CAD Experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift up to 20 lb. Box

Capable of operating some production equipment and necessary office equipment

The employee is required to be able to function in a work environment where the noise level is usually moderate.

Benefits:

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)

Full-time