Molding Manufacturing Engineer

Group Description

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

General:

• Lead in developing robust baselines for all new tools until the tooling has been approved and verified that it can produce parts at cycle and established targets for OEE. Maintain a tracking document for each tool on status of Launch readiness working closely with the tooling engineers.
• Responsible for the daily activities of the technical aspects of the molding processes to ensure that a controlled process is being run and that overall safety practices are being followed.
• Develop and train team on proper start-up, shutdown, Purging and troubleshooting procedures and ensure they are being followed.
• Develop and Maintain an Action tracker containing actions for Shop issues as well as scrap and efficiency issues. Report out on tracker daily to management.
• Support Continuous Improvement by suggesting longer term processing solutions that will reduce costs by way of improved scrap rates and Increase efficiency.
• Ensure all processes are running to baseline and that any changes are properly evaluated and documented with the appropriate change forms.
• Develop and or modify WI, Procedures and Forms for Molding process.
• Work with the Operations group to understand focus areas for processing efforts.
• Interact with the Quality Group, as necessary, to understand the acceptable level of part quality.
• Take direction from Supervisor as it relates to production requirements and Priorities.
• Step up and assist Production in any way possible when needed. (Start-ups, Mold changes as required.)
• Improve the equipment and processes to meet or exceed current or future business capacity.
• Preventative maintenance program to be monitored and updated as required.
• Ensure housekeeping and safety standards are maintained
• Actively pursue opportunities and reduce cost & cycle times as per AAI yearly targets
• Implement and drive Mafact system.
• Complete any additional tasks requested by management.

Qualification Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of molding processes. Min 8 years’ experience as Process Tech.
• Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record in performance and attendance in current position, (below 3 attendance points and below a written warning).
• Aptitude for mechanical and electrical equipment
• Ability to learn the fundamentals of process control and understand the importance of consistent application
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Strong knowledge of industrial processes and machinery
• Ability to learn and comprehend computer language
• Self-motivated, ability to take initiative and follow through to job completion
• Ability to communicate technically with various departments
• Ability to work flexible hours/shifts

Health & Safety Responsibilities:

• Work in compliance with and support company policies, procedures, work instructions and programs relating to health/safety and environment
• Provide support and resources in a timely manner to address health and safety or environmental concerns or hazards that require corrective action
• Have clear goals communicated to for health/safety and environmental protection
• Review accident/incident investigation reports to ensure that corrective actions have been completed
• Conduct regular audits of work area(s) to ensure no safety hazards or environmental issues exist

Physical Demands:

Normal amount of sitting and standing; Ability to move around an office environment and on the production floor; Ability to work at a computer workstation; Ability to bend, twist, lift, reach.  Required to carry out job duties and responsibilities in a work environment that may include, but is not limited to, varying levels of noise and/or temperature. Ability to lift max. 50lbs periodically.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of 8 - 10 years Manufacturing experience required in the Automotive and/or Automotive Supply Base sector focusing on Injection Tools and Molding Process. 

• Knowledge of Problem Solving methods (Red X,  Six Sigma,  8D, etc…) required

Language Skills: English

Mathematical Skills: Aptitude for working with numbers.

Reasoning Ability:

• The ability to develop and maintain Program Status Reports and use reports as a Management Tool for monitoring against resolving issues to meet the requirements for manufacturing at the required expectations.
•  A tenacious personality that will not let an issue be left unresolved.
•  Transparency in communications with the understanding to escalate when appropriate for assistance in resolution.
•  A continuous improvement mentality and the ability to apply this personal capability and knowledge to AAI processes, products, and associates (mentoring).
• Effective trouble shooting for a variety of different situations/issues.