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The Fountainhead Group, Inc. Plastic Blow Mold Process Engineer in New York Mills, New York
Plastic Blow Mold Process Engineer
Full Time
New York Mills, NY, US
The Fountainhead Group, Inc. is looking for an experienced Plastic Blow Mold Process Engineer to join our FGI Family and support our growing Engineering Department. Reporting to the Senior Blow Mold Process Engineer, the Plastic Blow Mold Process Engineer
is responsible for maintaining and improving all molding systems within our production plant, innovating our current processes to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and lower costs.
About Us:
The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company, dedicated to the success and longevity of our business, our employees, and our community. For more than 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers. From the first compressed air sprayer in 1888, we have dedicated ourselves to creating products that make our customer’s lives easier, expanding our offering to include the highest quality sprayer technology for both home and professional use.
Across four manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York, we’re committed to the betterment of our FGI Family of employees and our local community, supporting more than 350+ local nonprofits through our robust philanthropy and volunteer programs to ensure the success of our community for generations to come.
What You’ll Do:
The below describes a typical day as a member of our innovative, collaborative Engineering Department, but additional responsibilities may be required by the Process Engineering Manager.
Work collaboratively with our Production Control, Quality Control, Molding, and Maintenance departments to develop and manage process specifications for all molder/mold combinations in the plant
Develop innovative techniques for monitoring our current molding process (including melt temperature measurement, SPC, and more) to enhance product quality and reduce error
Set specifications and monitor molding manufacturing processes to implement cost and quality improvements while maintaining all product specifications required by our customers
Work closely with our Molding Department Supervisors to reduce waste and optimize cycle times through set up and scrap reduction and improved material and machine utilization
Establish and monitor PM procedures (cleaning, storage, restoration, etc.) for all molding equipment
Provide technical input and support to the Engineering Department for new mold designs and modifications as needed
Assist in the development and provide ongoing support to molding department technicians and supervisors to enhance their current understanding of the molding process and communicate changes as necessary
Evaluate and manage communications with outside supplier sources for molded parts, components, molds, and tooling as necessary
Who You Are:
3+ years' experience with a Bachelor degree in Plastic Engineering or similar discipline
Or
1+ years’ experience with a Master’s degree in Plastic Engineering or similar discipline
Plastics Extrusion Blow Molding experience is a must and Plastics Injection Molding experience is highly preferred
A minimum of 3 years’ experience providing support and managing Cincinnati, Graham or Davis Standard accumulator head blow molders highly preferred
A solid background in molding process management and engineering, including extrusion blow molding and plastics injection molding
You are an innovative self-starter with excellent organizational and time-management skills
You are a team player with a history of successful, cross-departmental collaboration
You are a skilled communicator who can translate complex molding processes to employees of varying skill-levels and education, from new hires to management
The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO) and ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State by the Society for Human Resource Management. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status. With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!
To learn more about our company culture and commitment to the local community, visit the “Community” page of our website and be sure to follow our Facebook account for exciting updates and events!
www.thefountainheadgroup.com/community
www.facebook.com/thefountainheadgroup
In addition to a competitive salary, we are pleased to offer the following benefit package:
Medical
Dental
Paid Vacation
Holiday Pay
401k with employer match up to 2%
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employee paid Voluntary Life and Short Term Disability Coverage
Company Website
https://www.thefountainheadgroup.com/
To learn more about our company culture and commitment to the local community, visit the “Community” page of our website and be sure to follow our Facebook account for exciting updates and events!
www.thefountainheadgroup.com/community
www.facebook.com/thefountainheadgroup
Company Profile
The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company, dedicated to the success and longevity of our business, our employees, and our community. For more than 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers. From the first compressed air sprayer in 1888, we have dedicated ourselves to creating products that make our customer’s lives easier, expanding our offering to include the highest quality sprayer technology for both home and professional use.
Across four manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York, we’re committed to the betterment of our FGI Family of employees and our local community, supporting more than 350+ local nonprofits through our robust philanthropy and volunteer programs to ensure the success of our community for generations to come.
The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO) and ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State by the Society for Human Resource Management. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status. With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!