About this opportunity
SHL Group lists this Senior Molding Process Engineer opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.
Job Overview
This role is embedded in the Operations Engineering group within our Global Operations Engineering team at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina. Together with the rest of your team, you will drive and support the development and production of injection molding equipment and processes and the respective molded components used for SHL’s autoinjector systems. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: performing DFMA, tooling and equipment development and improvement, tool validation support, and leading investigations into production issues.
Main Responsibilities
Together with the rest of your team you will lead and support the industrialization of molding equipment & processes and the production of injection molded components for our autoinjector systems
Collaborate closely with shopfloor production technicians, tool makers, maintenance, quality, and global coutnerparts on process & equipment performance and troubleshooting issues to robust resolution
Lead improvement initiatives and develop requirements for capacity expansion and future mold generations and production setups
Oversee and support the design and development of new molding equipment, including defining requirements & specifications, and provide technical expertise and guidance to both internal teams and external partners
Support acceptance testing, qualification, and validation activities for new molding assets and processes as necessary
Lead and manage projects within cross functional teams from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with project timelines, resources, quality standards and budget
Initiate and facilitate trial shot activities; review and approved related documents
Evaluate on steel resizing of the tool according to the results of the development process
Maintain and support comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project, including design & process specifications, pFMEA & risk assessments, engineering reports, work instruction, testing protocols, etc.
Skills and Qualification
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with injection molding processes and equipment
Experience with multi-cavity hot runner injection molding systems
Thorough understanding of mold and machine setup, molding machine operation, process optimization, as well as mold design/function
Thorough understanding and excellent hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment (i.e. hot runners, controllers, polymer dryers, thermolators, mold heaters, robot/take out systems, etc.)
Preferred: (nice to have)
Experience with Engel injection molding machines
Experience with Fanuc or Wittman robot systems
Ability to work independent with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
Experience in the medical device industry or similarly regulated environment
We Offer
Competitive compensation package
Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization
Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.
For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com
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