Molding Process Engineer

Company: Becton Dickinson
Location: Broken Bow
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Responsibilities Job Description SummaryProvides engineering support to the site molding operations to achieve production volumes at the highest quality, safety and lowest cost. Duties require application of engineering principles and practices specifically related to the processing and validation of injection molds, but extending, in broad areas of assignments, to support of all molding operations. Job Description Be part of something bigger BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. Summary Provides engineering support to the site molding operations to achieve production volumes at the highest quality, safety and lowest cost. Duties require application of engineering principles and practices specifically related to the processing and validation of injection molds, but extending, in broad areas of assignments, to support of all molding operations. Essential Functions: Input on the design and fabrication of injection molds. Working with molding technicians, customers and support personnel, improve quality and output of molded components. Supervision of operating parameters of molds and related support equipment. Assures adherence to manufacturing tolerances. Coordination with the tool room leader, Tooling Engineer and mold repair personnel to trouble shoot problem molds. Helps establish and achieve financial goals and budgets within injection molding. Assists in setting standard costs for plastic parts and projected capital budget expenditures. Directs the setting of optimum molding parameters to achieve production volume goals at the lowest cost. Issues periodic status reports on molds and other related equipment. Leads, plans and coordinates projects to meet quality, productivity and cost objectives consistent with departmental goals. Acts as liaison between the site molding operations and external customers, vendors and stakeholders. Coordination with other Engineers and Molding Technologies (R&D) research to improve existing plastic parts and generates appropriate support data to gain approval for recommended changes. Makes recommendations as to the technical feasibility of the method or means to resolve diagnosed problems. Assures the quality of training and development of department personnel. This is to include established and emerging technologies alike. Performs equipment and mold validations to insure budgeted cost and quality levels are achieved. Prepares required documentation i.e., validation protocols/reports to meet quality system guidelines. Supports mold and press replacement, upgrades, operation and set-up. Integrally involved in material changes, trials, testing, etc. Supports design, implementation and maintenance of all molding auxiliary equipment. Assists in the coordination of debugging and testing of prototypes, production and/or auxiliary equipment. Helps establish machine specifications and prepares purchase requisitions and/or capital budget requests for new equipment. Initiate, investigate and develop new ideas, methods, materials and safety improvements. Prepare technical reports and charts detailing mold and operational performance in relation to established goals. Additional Responsibilities: Complies with, and responsible for enforcing, all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures. Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Ensures compliance through appropriate communication, training, and education of sound Quality Assurance principles. Responsible for the activities and programs as defined for this position in the Quality Systems Manual - BD Broken Bow. Performs other job related duties as assigned. Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Qualifications: Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities: Education: Preferred-BS degree in a Plastics, Molding Technology, Engineering or related field required. A substitute for a four-year degree can be five to ten years of injection molding experience which resulted in a thorough knowledge of the injection molding process, thermoplastic injection molds, plastic part dimensional requirements, and validation procedures Experience: Four to ten years' experience in injection molding/blow molding manufacturing operations. Requires demonstrated mold design experience. Must have the ability to design and implement manufacturing processes of components with tight tolerances and quality requirements. Establish molding process parameters, validation of equipment/process and appropriate capital funds as necessary. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. For many roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, weekly testing for COVID-19 may be available instead of vaccination. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. Why join us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our associates can fulfill their life's purpose through the work that they do every day. You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program - which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components - is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates. To learn more about BD visit https://jobs.bd.com/ Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. PDN LI-OPS Primary Work LocationUSA NE - Broken Bow Additional Locations Work ShiftUS BD 1st Shift 7am-3pm (United States of America) Apply Save Job PDN-95c630d5-1182-4eb6-bcc7-33f4f3473205

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