Project Engineer - Plastics in Butler,WI,US

This position is onsite and does not offer relocation or sponsorship. You must be able to commute to our Butler, WI location daily.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Engineer will lead cross functional teams from the quoting stage of a program to production launch. This individual will support our aggressive sales strategy of medical device and component manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded as management determines necessary. Ability to review part designs (draft, side-actions, shutoffs, the basics) Understanding of tooling including mold features due to part geometry and mold construction basics (can review mold designs) Medical molding experience High-Consistency Rubber, Gum Silicone, and/or Liquid Silicone molding experience Thermoplastic and/or thermoset injection molding experience is a plus Understanding good manufacturing processes and advanced quality planning (APQP) including a working knowledge of the following: DOEs (Design of Experiments), capability studies, 'Steel Safe/Tolerance Safe' concept, automation concepts (press robots, automated assembly equipment), secondary operations (deflashing, assembly, testing, decorating, etc.) and the relative cost impact of options and can choose the best option Ability to manage multiple projects which includes sound project organization skills, effective timeline management (MS Project Gantt charts, etc.), managing multiple suppliers (mold PPE needed to do your job: safety glasses and side shields Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

(KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES): Engineering degree (Mechanical or Plastics) Five (5) plus years' experience in plastic manufacturing Excellent communication skills Ability to represent the company well to our customers and suppliers Fundamental computer skills, working knowledge of business software (e.g., Excel, Word) and ability to use a standard ERP system (IQMS preferred) The company is an

Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer:

Minorities, Women, Veterans, & Disabilities. Position Requirements Ability to review part designs (draft, side-actions, shutoffs, the basics) Understanding of tooling including: Mold features due to part geometry Mold construction basics (can review mold designs) Medical molding experience High-Consistency Rubber, Gum Silicone, and/or Liquid Silicone molding experience Thermoplastic and/or thermoset injection molding experience is a plus Understanding good manufacturing processes and advanced quality planning (APQP) including a working knowledge of the following: DOEs (Design Of Experiments) Capability studies "Steel Safe/Tolerance Safe" concept Automation concepts (press robots, automated assembly equipment) Secondary operations (deflashing, assembly, testing, decorating, etc.) The relative cost impact of options and can choose the best option Ability to manage multiple projects which includes: Sound project organization skills Effective timeline management (MS Project Gantt charts, etc) Managing multiple suppliers (mold makers, material suppliers) Skillful project budget management (on time, on target) Excellent communication skills Ability to represent the company well to our customers and suppliers Salary commensurate with qualifications. An engineering degree (mechanical or plastics) and five or more years experience is preferred. Consideration will be given for applicable experience in lieu of a degree.