GF Industry and Infrastructure Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and global collaboration — you’ll feel right at home with us.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:     

• Provides professional guidance and support for the injection molding production network.
• Implements best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives across all injection molding sites.
• Supports sites in process optimization and control, such as cost reduction, quality improvement, etc.
• Develops and drives professional training in Injection Molding.
• Supports standardized injection molding processes.
• Fosters collaboration, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation across the organization's injection molding operations to enhance operational performance and competitive advantage.
• Provides technical support in procurement of injection molding machines (specification, acceptance test, ramp up)
• Supports sites in mold concept design, shrinkage and mold qualification.
• Explores Injection Molding technology trends relevant for GF.
• Performs feasibility test for new technologies and processes.
• Keeps innovative technology in injection molding of equipment, processes and automation.
• Trains / mentors Manufacturing/Process Engineers, Process Specialists and Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians.
• Works closely with manufacturing groups to maintain a seamless transition of new molds and new equipment to production.
• Maintains a safe work environment adhering to all safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with all levels within the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft software package.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, NX and/or SolidWorks, Moldflow.
• High-energy individual who is goal-oriented and results-driven.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proven self-starter: takes the initiative to identify and drive change.
• Ability to plan time, manage deadlines, and multi-task.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use measurement equipment to include calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Knowledge of processing materials through various types (makes) of extrusion and injection molding machines
• Understanding of Tool Design & methods for mass production capabilities.
• Strong technical report writing skills
• Strong and analytical skills.
• Understanding behavior of different types of plastics – Vinyl plastics (PVC, CPVC) and Polyolefins a plus.
• Comprehensive Knowledge of Mold Design.
• Ability to travel 50% or more.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics/Polymer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in Injection Molding Process Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Experience with semi-crystalline and amorphous plastics and ability to process materials through various types (makes) of injection molding and extrusion machines.
• Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing plastic processing, including shrinkage management, mold qualification, post-molding operations, auxiliary equipment integration, and product testing.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis techniques.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to machine noise.
• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production area.
• Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Work may involve lifting materials and products up to 50 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
• Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, safety glasses, hearing protection, and work boots.
• This role may require walking in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Up to 30% domestic travel required.

Contact person:

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