Process Engineer

Teijin Automotive Technologies is the world leader in the compounding and manufacturing of lightweight composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry leading benefits. Called BENEfits4U, our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.  

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside mold change teams, ensuring efficient, timely, and safe mold changes in alignment with production schedules.
• Mentor and develop process technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Conduct process studies and implement improvements to optimize cycle times, reduce waste, and enhance overall process efficiency.
• Analyze scrap data, identify root causes of scrap, and develop and implement strategies to reduce scrap rates and improve product quality.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting molding process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements, promoting a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering, to support new product launches and process changes.
• Prepare and present reports on process performance, scrap reduction efforts, and other key metrics to management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a molding or manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate teams, including process technicians.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in process optimization, scrap reduction, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Knowledge of mold design, mold change procedures, and injection/compression molding processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems.

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, Teijin Automotive Technologies is the place for you!