Sr. Molding Engineer

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Overview: The Process Engineer is responsible for the development, optimization and sustaining robust molding processes for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) and high consistency rubber (HCR) utilizing injection, transfer and compression molding processes. The Process Engineer plays a key role in driving process capability, optimizing cycle times, reducing scrap, troubleshooting production issues and ensuring stable manufacturing performance across all molding work centers.

The Process Engineer collaborates closely with the Tooling, Production, Quality, NPI and Maintenance teams to ensure successful product launches, consistent quality and efficient manufacturing processes.

- Performs process determination and DOE studies to optimize process by improving capability (Cp/Cpk) and reducing variation.

- Establish and maintain standardized process parameter sheets, recipes and work instructions.

- Provide daily technical support to address molding issues such as:

- Flash, short shots, cure variations, knit lines and voids.

- Lead structured root cause analysis (5 why, 8D, fishbone) and implement robust corrective and preventative actions.

- Train operators and technicians in molding best practices and process discipline.

- Support maintenance to ensure equipment (presses, injection units, dosing systems, thermolators) operate within validated performance parameters.

- Provide feedback to improve mold robustness, reduce tool wear and minimize flash related issues.

- Use SPC, data analytics and process monitoring to identify and address instability.

- Communicate clearly with Production and Quality teams on process changes, risks and improvement projects.

- Cooperation and professional conduct with coworkers, staff, and managers.

- Communicate effectively with Flexan' s employees and Management. Demonstrates all the Flexan corporate values.

- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Plastics, Polymer)/

- 5+ years' direct experience in silicone and/or rubber molding, with strong understanding of:

- Tool design elements (cavitation, gating, venting, steel types).

- Experience using DOE, SPC and statistical tools for process improvement.

- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD & T, CAD models, customer and regulatory specifications.

- Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex molding issues.

- Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D modelling software.

- Experience with mold flow analysis (or ability to interpret results).

- Background in medical, automotive, aerospace or industrial silicone components.

- Experience with automation, vision inspection and deflashing/trimming technologies.

- Background with adhesion/bonding techniques, multi-shot molding and overmolding.

- RJG/Paulson certification or silicone-specific molding training.

- Familiarity with ISO13485 and clean room procedures would be beneficial.

The pay range for this role is $100-$125k. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate's skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.

What

We Offer: At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better.

Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions.

Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com .