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Responsibilities:

• Drive the standardization and validation of manufacturing processes
• Utilize the scientific molding systematic approach to develop consistent, high-quality injection molding processes
• Establish process windows and tool optimization for molding processes by applying scientific process development methodology
• Identify and challenge key process settings against customer product requirements
• Clearly document process development DOE and results
• Monitor existing processes to maintain proper tooling, machine maintenance and reduce downtime or defective parts across product runs
• Develop documented trouble shooting guidelines regarding silicone injection molding
• Prepare complete and accurate records of assigned project activities per the established medical quality system and validation guidelines
• Plan and organize project timelines for assigned projects using established project management tool
• Direct cross-functional activities to address cost/timing related issues for assigned projects
• Conduct regular project meetings, publish timely project updates, and manage activities that impact critical path items
• Improve productivity and eliminate waste through lean / six sigma methodology
• Coordinate process validation of silicone injection molds working with Project Engineers/Quality – responsible for final validation of product

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Plastics Engineering or Technology
• Minimum of 8 years of experience with setting up molds and processes for injection molding machines and automated assembly equipment.
• Technical experience in injection Molding processes, material behavior, and ability to utilize scientific molding technique into process development.
• DOE/Validation Experience (IQ/OQ/PQ process)
• Ability to read and analyze hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic blueprints
• Experience assembling/disassembling injection molding equipment and tooling
• Must have full comprehension of injection molding equipment controls and their effect on processing/tooling
• Ability to use basic metrology tools such as gauge pins, micrometers, tool scope, dial indicators, calipers, bore gauges, etc

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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