Tooling Jr. Engineer I

JOB SUMMARY Using established processes and procedures and responsible qualification of plastic injection molds. Should be familiar with all aspects of a tooling shop and have a thorough understanding of the operation of all the machine tools and other tools used in the process of Injection molding. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Lead new process development activities related to injection molds and tooling including assessing and determining overall project needs, including tooling and press capital requirement, project timing and cost estimates. · Specify equipment, tooling fixtures, and proposed suppliers for new processes or existing process changes (examples scientific injection molding, optical inspection, sheet metal) · Work with Supply Chain Management to contract with selected vendors for leveraged contracts, purchase discounts, service agreements, extended warranty, better payment terms, etc. · Coordinate and complete molding qualification and validation activities for new products, processes, changes and transfers as required · Coordinate and communicate assigned projects and their status with the appropriate personnel and departments. · Plan, design, and coordinate the development and implementation of tooling and molding processes (plastic molding tooling, high cavitation tools) and related quality /engineering activities to support new product development activities and ongoing production requirements. · Develop quotations and schedules for development programs of tools with little or no assistance. · Work concurrently with Jabil CAD Services, Business Unit Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Test, Purchasing, Quality and external vendors through the design phase of a program. · Work to provide a design that not only meets the customer’s criteria, high quality, cost effectiveness, and manufacturability. · Support production discrepancies by incorporating fixes into subsequent revisions in a timely manner. · Able to prepare and manage the budget for associated projects. · Coordinate, evaluate and provide input into product component design, analysis, tool construction, press configuration, vendor selection, production site, validation strategy, standardization, technology assessment/ implement and process optimization. · Provide technical support to tooling and molding operations to support trouble shooting of existing and continuous improvement efforts. · Record all ideas, sketches, and pertinent conversations in Design Engineering approved Log Book or Design Notebook. · Use SPC data collected in production in subsequent programs to ensure continuing improvement in designs. · Stay abreast of the latest technology and techniques to provide designs that are competitive and cost effective. · Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. · Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy. · May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS · Possess a thorough understanding of the mold making process from start to finish and have experience managing this process. · Familiar with all aspects of molding plastics and sheet metal parts · Knowledgeable in troubleshooting mold issues and die issues. · Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and Powerpoint) and e-mail skills required. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS · Bachelor’s Degree required. · Degree in Engineering preferred. · OR completion of an accredited Four year Tool and Die apprenticeship program; · Minimum of 5 years experience on the bench and have achieved the status of Class A journeyman. · Possess project management skills including scheduling and resource allocation forecasting · Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience. WORKING CONDITIONS · Regular business hours. Some additional hours may be required. · Travel requirements: Domestic and/or International, up to 20%. · Climate controlled office environment during normal business hours. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting Walking Standing Bending/Squatting/Stooping Reaching Balancing Twisting Crawling Hands in water Kneeling Data Entry/Typing Unusual hearing or vision demands: None specified ^Other physical demands or notes: Employees should not attempt to lift, pull or push a load in excess of 50 lbs. without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, pushing or pulling in an awkward position….