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BINGHAMTOM UNIVERSITY

Process Engineer

BINGHAMTOM UNIVERSITY, Vestal, New York, United States

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and the job listing Expires on January 14, 2026

Will work on the production floor with injection molding machinery and be responsible for the sample of new Molds and Multi Shot Applications, the optimization and documentation of a recommended process, the liaison between the Tool Engineer and the Manufacturing Engineer, and lastly be an integral member of the Project Team that covers all aspects of New Product Launches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains cycle and process integrity.

Works with tool engineers to develop processes for new tools. Processes will be developed using Scientific Molding Theory. Other analytical tools (such as DOE’s, Shear Rate Calculations, Cooling Circuit Flow Information, MOLDFLOW Results, etc.) to be utilized where applicable.

Works with support department to ensure tools, machines and processes are optimized. Recommends and implements changes and improvements to cycles, processes and procedures to maintain schedule and quality parts.

Maintains documentation and paperwork to support improvements, trains personnel as needed in revised processes and procedures.

Trains Setup trainees on the newest and latest techniques and tools as they become available.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work, duties and responsibilities expected of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The job description may be changed if needed as determined by the Company.

Required Competencies, Skills and Experience

Must have technical background on Scientific Molding/decoupled molding, and be able to develop a robust process for the manufacturing floor. Needs to demonstrate a scientific approach to process development and troubleshooting of both new and existing molds.

Needs to be self‑motivated. Overall direction will be given, but the employee needs to have the desire to think through "road‑blocks", and develop alternate courses to complete tasks.

Highly organized and methodical/standardized in approaching challenges with new tools.

Specific knowledge of each machinery brand is not required, but the ability to feel comfortable and to learn molding machine operations, robotic applications, and high speed assembly equipment quickly, will be required.

Troubleshooting skills to determine real root cause of problems a requirement.

Ability to communicate technically internally as well externally.

High attention to detail to create accurate processing documentation is required.

Experience with medical part qualification process (IQ/OQ/PQ) preferred.

Education and Job Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering or 5 years of processing experience

Completion of skilled trades training applicable to plastics industry preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling

Lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally maneuver up to 50 pounds

Regularly required to stand

Manufacturing environment

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

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