Junior Mold Engineer
650 Highway 74 South, United States | Peachtree City | Full-time
Job Description
- Oversee injection molding tool development from specification creation, tool design evaluation, and supervision of tool production to optimization, customer approval, and production transfer.
- Independently lead diverse technical project teams (e.g., tooling, measurement, and process technology).
- Develop detailed tool specifications independently.
- Serve as the main point of contact for defined customers and external toolmakers, ensuring effective cross-functional communication with teams like quality management.
- Monitor project timelines and take full responsibility for meeting tool-related deadlines.
- Regularly create and update project status reports independently.
- Assist in maintaining deadline tracking systems.
- Independently conduct feasibility analyses and support design-for-manufacturing assessments.
- Evaluate tool design concepts and participate in tool design approvals.
- Take part in initial sampling of injection molding tools and verify measurement reports for accuracy.
- Contribute to the development and discussion of tool optimization strategies (WOAW) with the technical project team.
- Support the optimization phase by monitoring sampling processes and organizing the OQ (Operational Qualification) run.
- Prepare necessary documentation for the validation department.
- Participate in implementing technical optimizations and innovative solutions for injection molding tools.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in designing injection molding tools.
- 1-2 years of experience in testing tool designs in both 2D and 3D environments, with a focus on quality assessment of tooling work.
- Solid understanding of qualification requirements, especially within the medical industry.
- 1 year of experience in preparing documentation, such as project reports and technical documentation.
- Proven experience in collaborating with suppliers and customers, and leading technical project teams.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
- Sociable and team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding communication skills, particularly in managing complex and multifaceted discussions.
- Strong problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making abilities.
- Expertise in problem-solving methodologies, such as root cause analysis.
- Excellent multi-project management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to evaluate and interpret data accurately.
- Proficiency in facilitation and presentation techniques.
- Ability to apply existing knowledge to new and diverse situations.
Additional Information
Your contact person: Gabrielle Holland (gabrielle.holland@gerresheimer.com)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.