The Process Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting injection molding improvements through adherence to established product design, scientific injection molding process, tooling, resin, and equipment. The key responsibility of this position is to work with AME group to develop and validate injection molding processes including LSR and thermoplastic materials for new and existing products and tooling, following standard practices found in scientific molding principles. The Injection Molding Process technician is responsible for assisting in specifying new injection molding cell equipment for manufacturing and developing robotic systems for removal of injection molded parts from the tool in the manufacturing process.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Operate and troubleshoot molding machinery and processes based on scientific injection molding principles
Support AME Molding Engineering activities such as scientific injection molding process development, process monitoring, and tool qualifications for both thermoplastic and LSR materials
Perform AME Molding Engineering activities such as scientific injection molding process development for both thermoplastic and LSR, process monitoring, new and existing tool factory acceptance trials, qualifications, and validations.
Assist with the selection of Tool vendors
Support project timelines for Validation (IQ/PD/OQ/PQ) activities
Close coordination within the resources assigned to the product family (Tool room, Molding Engineering, Quality Engineering)
Report and document writing (Validations, EWO's, Deviations, Change Requests, etc.)
Assist with the selection of new and existing molding equipment, tooling, and materials
Provide system support, documentation and implementation - Set Ups, Process Technicians, Quality, and Planning
Responsible for selection and specification of new molding cell equipment (Machine, auxiliary equipment, EOAT)
Responsible for selection of new and existing molding equipment, tooling, and materials.
Responsible for PO's from writing the requisition to the final payment to vendor.
Responsible for Mentoring and training of molding process technicians
Work on special assignments as they arise
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Strong understanding of strength of materials, automation, thermoplastic and LSR injection molding, part assembly, fixturing, testing, and process control techniques
High level of attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
Education and Experience
Scientific Injection Molding training, RJG certification or similar required
Previous experience in hands on manufacturing environment. Medical preferred
High School diploma
5 years of experience in thermoplastic injection molding processing and troubleshooting
2 years of experience in LSR injection molding processing and troubleshooting
Experience with injection molding material handling. Material set-up, drying, mixing colorant
Previous experience of report and document writing for validation activities preferred
Understand the model: process, tooling, part design, materials, and equipment
Associate's degree from an accredited college is preferred
Travel Requirements
Typically requires travel less than 25% of the time
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Work may be performed in a clean room environment
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
About Us
ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges.
With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.
We're ready to bring you consistent quality, innovation, and value in more areas than ever. Our focus allows us to bring you:
Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization.
The industry's broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs.
IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company.
Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities.
ICU Medical EEO Statement:
ICU Medical is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.