Injection Molding Process Engineer

Role details

Intralox is seeking a Process Engineer based in our New Orleans, Louisiana office to support our New Product Development team. This role will play a key part in driving process innovation, leading new process development initiatives, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and mentoring production personnel to ensure successful implementation and continuous improvement.

Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide.

Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20\+ countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 50 years.

Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.

We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

Responsibilities

New Product Injection molding

• Develop injection molding processes using scientific injection molding principles
• Work with part and mold designers to improve designs and processes
• Release robust, repeatable processes to Production
• Participate in cross departmental teams to improve safety, quality, efficiency and overall productivity

Production Support

• Conduct Root Cause Analysis of product quality issues and equipment failures - Develop robust, repeatable solutions to prevent reoccurrences
• Provide technical training and assistance to Production’s technical staff (processors and operators) focusing on scientific injection molding techniques and troubleshooting skills

Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and validate existing injection molding processes and molds to develop and execute continuous improvement opportunities
• Accountable for the identification of risks, technical options value propositions, and championing of solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Plastics Engineering or demonstrated skill in injection molding process development.
• Understanding of root cause analysis methodologies
• Superior injection molding process development and troubleshooting methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of mold prints, part prints, inspection procedures, and SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Strong documentation and organization skills
• Must possess ability to work with a team while directing technical resources
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) and relationship management skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proficiency in MS Office software
• Relocation to the greater New Orleans area

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled