Process Engineer Manager at PM Mold in Schaumburg, IL

Job Type Full-time Description PM Mold is seeking a Process Engineer Manager to help us take our Process department to the next level. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact our growing company. Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the top candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining quality and safety standards. We'd love to hear from you if this is your passion and expertise! COMPANY DESCRIPTION: PM Mold Company is a full-service mold manufacturer and plastic injection molder. We are ISO certified and supply state-of-the-art custom mold manufacturing and injection molding services for a wide variety of industries. For more than 50 years, PM Mold Company has been making a difference for our customers and in the communities where we work and live. Be a part of the team where our culture combines ingenuity with precision and advanced capabilities to deliver unmatched results, helping our customers get their products to market quickly and efficiently. Visit pmmold.com to learn more. REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: • 3+ years of hands- on experience in injection molding process engineering • Proficiency in injection molding machines ( e.g Arburg, Engel, Husky, Milacron, etc.) • Knowledge of thermoplastic materials, mold design, and processing parameters. • Familiarity with scientific molding principles and tools such as RJG or Decoupled Molding. (PLUS) • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop and optimize injection molding processes for new and existing products • Set up, start up, and validate injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment • Analyze and resolve process issues including scrap reduction, cycle time optimization and defect mitigation. • Collaborate with tooling engineers, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing. • Maintain detailed process documentation and standard operating procedures • Assist with mold trials, DOE (Design of Experiments), and capability studies. • Train operators and technicians on molding processes and best practices • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations • Must be able to work independently • Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude • Must be able to read, write & speak English • Will perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the manager PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to hear machine alarms • Good mobility, energy level & ability to routinely lift 50 pounds • Requires good visual acuity and the ability to detect visual changes in plastic • Able to climb ladders up to 6 feet • Physical strength to perform ratcheting motion to torque settings • Good mobility for high physical activity including but not limited to reaching, standing, stooping, squatting, & crawling to access machine areas Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 annually We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran stat or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Description $80,000.00 - $115,000.00