Injection Molding Process Engineer

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Kimball Medical Solutions provides 3 weeks of PTO starting your 1st year in addition to 10 paid holidays. Potential annual bonus based on company performance. Major health, dental, vision, and complementary insurances starting day 1. We offer a 50% match on your first 6% of 401k contribution with opportunity for an employer contribution annually.

Position Overview

The mission of the Injection Molding Process Engineer is to develop, implement, and support injection molding processes as well as to verify and drive improvements while meeting goals of quality, cost and delivery for our customers. This position reports to the Process Engineering Team Lead within the Engineering department of a growing Medical Device contract manufacturer focused on surgical equipment, drug delivery devices and disposables.

Quick Summary

The Injection Mold Process Engineer is responsible for the development of injection molding processes, creating detailed manufacturing work instructions, set-up/change over instructions, control plans and testing procedures in support of FDA requirements. In addition, this position supports continuous improvement by performing product/process analysis for quality improvements, cost reductions and improved efficiency. Helping the molding operation to optimize the robust injection molding process to meet our customers’ requirements while helping coach, train and guide our molding technicians knowledge and skills. If you are a visionary with a “can do” attitude and the motivation to drive a root cause with a company that embraces personal autonomy and empowerment this role is for you.   

Basic Background Requirements

This position will require:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience working within a heavily regulated environment
• Knowledge in a variety of design and production methods as well as materials
• 3-5 years experience in plastic injection mold processing
• Ability to manage time and projects while setting and meeting aggressive schedules.

Key Performance Objectives 

Short Term: (0 to 3 months)

• Learn KEIND Quality system requirements
• Build relationships with key team members
• Assist in validation efforts for commissioning injection mold tools and equipment
• Maintain customer specific system documentation in support of FDA regulatory requirements
• Learn and adopt Kimball Electronics philosophies and culture

Midterm: (3 to 6 months)

• Accountable for the development of Injection Molding processes & procedures
• Work with project managers in the execution of project plans
• Assist with development of new tooling and maintenance of existing tooling 
• Accountable for systematically addressing tooling and process related issues

Long term: (6 to 12 months)

• Ability to obtain Master Molder II credentials
• Accountable for the training of injection molding personnel
• Accountable for the validation of mold tools & equipment
• Coordinate validation efforts with project managers, tool manufacturers and customers

As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Kimball Electronics is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Kimball Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected.