Injection Molding Process Engineer

STER NA LLC

Snellville, GA

Pay: $27-$34/hr

Shift: Full time

• Set up and optimize **injection molding machines and processes** for production.
• Establish and document injection molding process parameters, including injection speed, pressure, temperature, cooling time, holding pressure, and cycle time.
• Perform **mold changes, machine setup, startup, and shutdown procedures**.
• Troubleshoot molding defects such as short shots, flash, sink marks, warpage, burn marks, weld lines, and dimensional variation.
• Optimize cycle times, scrap rates, machine utilization, and overall production efficiency.
• Work closely with tooling, quality, maintenance, and production teams to resolve technical issues.
• Support new mold and product launches, including **process development and validation**.
• Develop and maintain standardized setup sheets, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Monitor production processes and make adjustments to maintain consistent product quality.
• Train and provide technical guidance to injection molding technicians and machine operators.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and identify machine or mold-related issues.
• Evaluate and recommend injection molding equipment, auxiliary equipment, and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on **cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased productivity**.
• Ensure production processes comply with company safety and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in **injection molding/process engineering** required.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, molds, plastics materials, and processing techniques.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting injection molding equipment.
• Ability to read and understand mold drawings, process documentation, and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with scientific molding principles is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and make technical decisions in a production environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of metric system

Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person