Teijin Automotive Technologies is the world leader in the compounding and manufacturing of lightweight composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry leading benefits. Called BENEfits4U, our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.
Job Description
Job Summary:
Teijin Automotive Technologies, a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our molding facility in Huntington, Indiana. The Senior Process Engineer will report to the engineering manager and will be responsible for overseeing as aspects of the molding process including managing mold change teams, as well as leading a team of process technicians to drive continuous improvement in process efficiency, quality, and safety. This role will include conducting process studies and implementing scrap reduction initiatives, working closely with production, maintenance, tooling, process engineering and quality teams to ensure optimal performance of molding operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the mold change teams, ensuring efficient, timely, and safe mold changes in alignment with production schedules.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of process technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Conduct process studies and implement improvements to optimize cycle times, reduce waste, and enhance overall process efficiency.
- Analyze scrap data, identify root causes of scrap, and develop and implement strategies to reduce scrap rates and improve product quality.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting molding process issues and implementing corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements, promoting a safe work environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering, to support new product launches and process changes.
- Prepare and present reports on process performance, scrap reduction efforts, and other key metrics to management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a molding or manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive industry.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate teams, including process technicians.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in process optimization, scrap reduction, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Knowledge of mold design, mold change procedures, and injection/compression molding processes.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
- Experience with automotive quality standards and practices, such as IATF 16949.
- Familiarity with CAD software and experience in process simulation.
Teijin Automotive Technologies offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and innovative company. If you are a results-oriented leader with a passion for process excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, Teijin Automotive Technologies is the place for you!
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What We Do
Teijin Automotive Technologies combines the global expertise of Continental Structural Plastics, CSP Victall, Inapal, Benet Automotive and Teijin Automotive Center Europe to create a powerhouse of vehicle lightweighting, design and engineering expertise.
We are a proven manufacturer of highly-engineered products for dynamic market segments, including automotive, heavy truck, marine and recreational vehicles. Our global manufacturing and compounding footprint enables us to supply consistent materials and components to customers across North America, Europe and Asia – a capability no other composite manufacturer can provide.
Our advanced engineering team understands composite materials better than any other team in the industry. We develop proprietary composite formulations, produce them, and see them through the manufacturing process to meet the design and regulatory needs of our customers all over the world. Today, we are using this vast knowledge of composites to explore a variety of options, including multi-material approaches, that reduce weight while meeting rigorous design and crash test specifications.
