Process Engineer - Injection Molding

ConMet • Full-time • Canton, North Carolina, United States • 1m ago

We are seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical support to Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, and Maintenance in resolving manufacturing issues and driving continuous process improvement. This role uses lean manufacturing principles, problem-solving methods, and robust process development to improve efficiency, quality, and profitability.

What You Will Do:

Support processing and set up teams to improve daily efficiency and continuous improvement efforts
Participate in product launches to ensure a smooth transition from launch to production
Contribute to PFMEA activities for new product launches
Implement process improvements, affecting scrap, labor, and downtime
Lead continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools such as 6S, SMED, and error-proofing
Identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions for process-related customer rejections to prevent recurrence
Communicate with suppliers and customers regarding processing materials and equipment
Lead investigation teams focused on scrap reduction, process improvement, and cycle time reduction
Establish and maintain robust production processes for each mold
Establish and maintain optimal machine settings for each mold
Establish and maintain process standards for raw material dryers
Provide technical support and training to the processing and molding departments
Provide problem-solving and engineering support to Tool Room, Maintenance, and Molding

What You Need to Be Successful:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent injection molding processing experience
Minimum 10 years of related manufacturing experience
Knowledge of thermoplastic morphologies and their properties
Understanding of polymer chain degradation and its causes and effects
Fundamentals of Systematic Molding certification
Master Molder 1 certification
Master Molder 2 certification

Employer will not sponsor visas for position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.

ConMet is…

An Amsted Industries company that has been advancing the commercial vehicle industry since 1964. A leading global provider to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels, ConMet delivers wheel ends, cast metal components, plastic systems, and automated aerodynamic devices. Designed, engineered, tested, and manufactured in-house, ConMet’s comprehensive portfolio is built to enhance vehicle efficiency, performance, and sustainability. Standard on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America, ConMet products are increasingly adopted in global markets.

A Solutions Provider

We’ve been driving the commercial vehicle industry forward with transformative solutions since 1964. In fact, ConMet solutions and products are installed as OEM first-fit equipment on virtually all heavy-duty trucks in North America.

People-First

Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We focus on creating an environment where our people can thrive by improving our workplaces and our communities across all our global locations.

Customer Focused

For decades, ConMet has been a trusted partner to OEMs, fleets, Tier 1 suppliers, and the aftermarket. We supply forward-thinking, high-performance solutions that bring value to our customers.

Committed To Sustainability

Today’s biggest global challenges require transformative change, and we’re committed to doing our part to reduce our carbon footprint and drive environmental sustainability in the commercial vehicle industry.

Compensation & Benefits

Excellent base salary
Targeted annual bonus is based on company performance to objectives during the fiscal plan year which runs from October 1 – September 30.
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability protection.
Vacation plan – ConMet offers exempt employees a paid vacation benefit that provides the flexibility to take time off from work based on factors including good discretion, sound performance, and consideration of overall team and business needs.
ConMet offers an extremely strong retirement package:
- ESOP - Participation (100% company paid) in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). The Company contributes 10% of considered compensation into this plan each fiscal year.
- 401k - The Company provides a 401(k) Plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
Ten paid holidays per year.
Wellness reimbursement.

ConMet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). Ensuring fair wages is an important Company value. Accordingly, the Company will not pay wages to any employee at a rate less than the Company pays to other employees for work that is substantially equivalent and requires comparable skills unless a bona fide factor justifies a pay differential. The Company prohibits pay disparity based on Protected Characteristics or prior salary history. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees for discussing compensation.

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