Molding Process Engineer

Robroy Industries

  • Belding, MI
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Lead, optimize, and troubleshoot thermoset compression molding processes for fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP/SMC/BMC) enclosures. Experience with hydraulic press systems (100T-1000T+), heating processes (oil, electric), and mold applications.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBelding, MI

    Description

    What You'll Do

    • Lead, optimize, and troubleshoot thermoset compression molding processes for fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP/SMC/BMC) enclosures.
    • Collaborate with operators, mold leads, supervisors and managers-70% of time on plant floor.
    • Write and maintain setup sheets, molding documentation, training guides, and SOPs .
    • Own process troubleshooting and material troubleshooting.
    • Train and mentor team members; drive root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
    • Interface with tool shops and support capital projects for new equipment and automation.
    • Directly impact scrap reduction and production efficiency.

    What You Bring

    • 5+ years' direct experience in thermoset compression molding (SMC/BMC) or closely related field

    • Strong hands-on understanding of molding processes, molding machines, and mold tooling.

    • Effective communicator and collaborator-respects others, values teamwork and models The Collaborative Way

    • Experience with hydraulic press systems (100T-1000T+), heating processes (oil, electric), and mold applications.

    • Proven record in process and material troubleshooting.

    • DOE experience for process optimization and root cause analysis

    • Prefer:

    • Allen Bradley PLC/HMI experience-able to read and edit code for process controls.

    • Experience with SMC/BMC, thermoset processes or oil-heated molding operations

    • Experience in high mix, low-volume manufacturing

    • Goal and process driven-comfortable driving change to deliver results

    • Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.

    Why Join Us

    • Competitive salary and full benefits package.
    • A career path with immediate impact and long-term growth
    • The opportunity to build something with a company committed to investment and innovation.

    Who Thrives Here?

    • Problem solvers with an inquiring mind and mechanical aptitude.
    • Detail-oriented doers who "own it" and drive to completion.
    • Team players who value respect, collaboration, and learning.

    Ready to help us reduce scrap, boost efficiency, and drive technical excellence?

    Apply now to start a confidential conversation.

    Robroy Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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