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• Develops robust and consistent molding processes using scientific molding techniques 
• Proposes and implements modifications to molds, equipment and processes focused on increase productivity and maximize efficiency. 
• Troubleshoots molding, manufacturing processes and material issues. 
• Works with internal and external resources to resolve molding and manufacturing issues and implement long term solutions. 
• Researches, develops and implements manufacturing process controls, machinery modifications and improvements. 
• Creates/modifies molding instructions to ensure production standardization. 
• Provides input on new or alternate materials for cost reduction or molding improvements. 
• Provides technical assistance and support to the production floor in resolving problems, using systematic methods of troubleshooting, root cause analysis which include repair and modification of existing tooling and processes 
• Participates in root-cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts related to product and/or tooling issues; provides technical input and support as required.
• Evaluates tooling wear.
• Minimizes mold change times by applying SMED techniques.
• Monitors molding rejects to adjust molding parameters to maintain the highest yield and proposes tooling change based on failure modes.
• Keeps inventory of tooling to determine reorder points.
• Consistently generates improvement proposals based on data analysis of daily results.
• Works hand in hand with molding operators to improve production results.
• Gives feedback and training to molding technicians.
• Has a two way communication with molding equipment maintenance team to understand and follow up on mold status and performance.
• Define priorities for the molding/process technicians.
• Review, keep track, and define plans to improve down times related to the molding processes.
• Responsible for molding/process technicians training within QCBD.
• Report on a weekly basis the working hours for the molding/process technicians.
• Keep constant communication with management for requirements, risks at the process and achievements on the molding process.
• Define priorities on project tasks to obtain the desirable results aligned with the company’s requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:  

• Bachelor in Engineering or Manufacturing.
• Scientific molding training (preferable)
• Universal molding training (preferable)
• Bilingual: English and Spanish (B2-C1)

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3-5 years in an industrial/manufacturing industry, preferable medical device manufacturing environment. Experience with GMP and ISO 13485 a plus.
• Support injection molding processes from process development, validation to manufacturing.
• Experience supporting cold runner molding processes.
• Experience supervising technical personnel for at least one year.