Engineering Structures Jobs in Oak Park, MI
164 positions found — Page 2
Want to start your journey with the Navy?
Apply Now
Officer None
What to Expect
Information Professional Officer
More Information
Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
- Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
- Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
- Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
- Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
- Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
- Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
- Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology
Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
- Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
- Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
- Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
- Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
Compare Navy Careers
See how a career as an Information Professional Officer compares to other Navy jobs.
Compare roles, pay and requirements for each job now.
VP, Operations– Leading Aerospace & Defense Components Manufacturing – Private Equity
Our client is a leading private equity backed manufacturer of highly engineered components for defense and aerospace primarily serving large aerospace OEM’s and blue-chip defense contractors. The company is highly regarded for its innovation and engineering capabilities and is currently experiencing significant growth through organic means, with acquisitions playing a key role for future growth. The company is seeking to recruit a dynamic and hands-on VP, Operations who will wear multiple hats as they drive operational improvements across the organization and scale production and engineering capabilities for growth.
We are seeking a proven operations leader with demonstrated success driving operational excellence through the introduction of best practices and process within a highly entrepreneurial environment. This individual will have previous aerospace, automotive or medical device manufacturing experience working with OEM’s and prime contractors. Background experience in Lean process improvement, Continuous Improvement and other systems such as TPS or Six Sigma is a significant asset, as is highly engineered precision machining manufacturing. This position requires a hands-on executive who spends time on the shop floor and has the ability to lead transformation with a strong focus on performance improvement, quality and data driven decision-making.
An attractive compensation package is on offer that will include bonus opportunities and equity participation.
Electrical Systems Engineer
Location: Madison Heights, Michigan
Salary Range: $125,000/year to $140,000/year; The salary may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Job Summary
This position leads the design and development of electrical control systems for vehicle applications, bridging customer requirements with technical solutions. The role combines electrical engineering, embedded software development, and systems integration expertise to deliver tested, production-ready control systems while maintaining direct customer engagement throughout the development lifecycle.
Job Functions:
- Capture and document customer system/hardware/software requirements
- Design and develop system wiring, including wiring schematics, conductor, connector and terminal selection
- Specify, design and develop control system electronics hardware, sensors, and actuators
- Design, develop, and verify software and control algorithms to meet requirements
- Perform data analysis and system control tuning/calibration
- Perform system testing and troubleshooting, ensuring a control system meets requirements
- Effectively interface with co-workers and customers in meetings
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science
- Minimum 5 years of post-graduate working experience in controls (automotive or military vehicle level preferred)
- Experience with at least one of the following software languages: MATLAB/Simulink/State flow, C, or C++
- Experience with CANbus, Serial, and Ethernet communications
- Ability to read, understand and create electrical schematics, and a good understanding of electrical and electronics basics
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write concise technical reports
- Initiative to work independently and handle several assignments simultaneously
- Able to manage time to ensure projects are completed by deadline
- Ability to independently absorb new technical assignments
- Must be willing to support limited travel
- US Citizen
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefits offerings include but are not limited to:
- 401(k) with match
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision assistance
- Paid Time Off
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
· The California Fair Chance Act
· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering IT talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.
This is a full-time direct position.
Our client in Troy, MI is seeking an Account Manager to manage strategic relationships with automotive OEM customers and drive business growth for our portfolio of automotive audio systems, antennas, and cable solutions.
The role is responsible for RFQ management, commercial negotiations, and customer coordination throughout the program lifecycle, acting as the main interface between the customer and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop relationships with assigned automotive customers worldwide.
- Act as the primary commercial contact for all customer-related matters.
- Lead the RFQ (Request for Quotation) and offer preparation process in coordination with engineering and program teams.
- Negotiate pricing, development costs, tooling investments, and commercial terms within internal guidelines.
- Coordinate customer meetings, kick-off meetings, and program reviews.
- Monitor program milestones including SOP (Start of Production) and EOP (End of Production).
- Support business development activities and identify opportunities for new programs.
- Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and customer portfolio analysis.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Automotive-related field.
- 5-10+ years of experience in automotive sales or key account management with experience selling automotive electronics, connectivity, or audio systems.
- Experience working with automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and customer management skills.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and international environment.
- Proficiency in CRM/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
This is an on-site position, NOT remote/hybrid
Travel: 15% (Domestic trade shows, supplier visits, athlete/coach insights)
About Us
Epoch Sports is a leading sports innovation company rooted in lacrosse and rapidly expanding into other team sports and performance gear. With a passion for innovation, design, and community, Epoch delivers best-in-class equipment, apparel, and digital experiences that empower athletes to Live. Play. Be. Epoch. From elite performance lacrosse gear to lifestyle apparel, Epoch is building a culture around the modern athlete.
Why Join Us?
Epoch sports is redefining how gear is designed and delivered to athletes at all levels. Help shape one of the fastest-growing sports brands in North America. You’ll work in a fast-moving, ideas-first environment that values curiosity, creativity, innovation and performance. Remote flexibility and a team culture that values work-life balance and growth. Employee discounts and early access to gear and apparel drops and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Job Description
The Product Manager is responsible for owning the full product life cycle of Epoch Sports’ hard-goods equipment (e.g., lacrosse, hockey, and baseball/softball lines) from concept through end-of-life. Operating out of our Detroit headquarters and collaborating daily with Engineering, Design, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, and Finance, the Product Manager will translate athlete insights and market analytics into profitable, best-in-class products that reinforce Epoch’s reputation for performance and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy & Road-Mapping
- Build and maintain a 3-year product roadmap aligned with corporate strategy, category trends, and revenue/profit targets.
- Conduct market segmentation, competitor benchmarking, pricing analysis, and consumer research to identify white-space opportunities
- New Product Development (NPD)
- Author product briefs with clear value propositions, feature sets, volumes, cost targets, and launch timing; secure cross-functional approval through stage-gate process.
- Serve as the Program Manager for assigned NPD projects—driving timeline adherence, risk mitigation, and milestone communication.
- Champion voice-of-customer (VOC) testing with athletes, coaches, and dealers; translate feedback into actionable design requirements.
- Lifecycle Management
- Monitor sell-through, margin, and inventory health post-launch; drive cost-reduction, line extensions, or end-of-life decisions.
- Collaborate with Operations and Finance to manage SKU rationalization and maintain optimal inventory turns.
- Commercial Readiness
- Partner with Marketing to build go-to-market (GTM) assets—positioning statements, feature/benefit narratives, packaging, POP, and digital content.
- Train Sales Reps, Customer Service, and Retail Partners on product knowledge, differentiation, and competitive advantages.
- Source additional manufacturing equipment to bring products to market.
- Financial Ownership
- Own P&L for assigned categories—set pricing, forecast volumes, track COGS, and optimize gross margin.
- Prepare business cases and ROI analyses for capital expenditures or tooling investments.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Stay abreast of emerging materials, technologies, and consumer trends; recommend patent or IP opportunities.
- Facilitate cross-functional retrospectives to capture lessons learned and refine the Product Development Process (PDP).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Design, Sports Management, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of product management experience in consumer goods; sporting-goods or performance equipment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated success launching products from concept through commercialization with measurable revenue impact.
- Proficiency in data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar) and familiarity with PLM/ERP systems.
- Strong project-management skills—ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage overlapping priorities, and hit aggressive timelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to executives, retailers, and end-users.
- Passion for sports and understanding of athlete performance needs; lacrosse, hockey, or baseball background a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or Master’s in Product Design/Engineering.
- Experience with Lean Product Development or Agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of materials science (composites, polymers), protective equipment standards, or sports governing-body certification processes (NOCSAE, ASTM, CSA).
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- Office, R&D lab, and production floor settings; may require occasional use of PPE
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for product samples/field testing
- Willingness to attend weekend tournaments, clinics, and trade shows several times per year.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Epoch Sports 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 characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Responsibilities:
- Test and troubleshoot automation equipment and electronic control systems
- Debug machine controls and adjust machine parameters as needed
- Run software and system tests to verify functionality and performance
- Analyze test data and help identify system or programming issues
- Work with engineering teams to resolve hardware and software problems
- Assist with PLC ladder logic debugging and basic CNC programming
- Support machine tryouts, final testing, and equipment runoffs
- Help with equipment startup and installations at customer sites when needed
Qualifications:
- Experience troubleshooting industrial automation or machine controls
- Familiarity with PLC ladder logic and automation systems
- Exposure to CNC machines, metal cutting machines, or assembly equipment
- Ability to read technical documentation and work with engineering teams
- Comfortable traveling occasionally for machine installations or startups
Nice to Have:
- Experience supporting machine builds, tryouts, or commissioning
- Background in controls engineering, automation, or electrical troubleshooting
Want to start your journey with the Navy?
Apply Now
Officer None
What to Expect
Surface Warfare Officer
More Information
Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
Compare Navy Careers
See how a career as a Surface Warfare Officer compares to other Navy jobs.
Compare roles, pay and requirements for each job now.
In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with government, depot, and industry partners to ensure successful execution of production, quality, and sustainment activities.
Essential Job Functions Lead and mentor a diverse team of engineers, logisticians, and support staff across multiple locations.
Oversee production planning, manufacturing readiness, and industrial base activities for armored vehicle programs.
Manage government and contractor execution of production, facilities, and engineering support efforts.
Coordinate schedules, materials, and facility requirements to support program delivery goals.
Provide high-level oversight of contract performance, technical execution, and budget forecasting.
Collaborate with depots, OEMs, and government agencies to resolve production, quality, and supply chain issues.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, quality, and industrial base processes.
Required Skills Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S.
Citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance.
Master's degree in engineering, industrial systems, or related field with 13 years of experience.
Extensive experience in production management, manufacturing oversight, or industrial base operations—preferably supporting DoD programs.
Demonstrated ability to lead multi-functional teams and manage complex production activities.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Desired Skills Advanced degree or DAWIA certifications in program management or production/quality.
Experience with ground combat systems or similar large-scale defense manufacturing programs.
Familiarity with government contracting and production readiness assessments.
Essential Job Functions: The applicant shall use knowledge of vehicle acquisition program(s) to provide services including administration support, project management, and technical development support.
The applicant shall provide recommendations and technical advice in compliance with applicable statutes and regulations, to include the DoD 5000 series and Federal Acquisition Regulations and its supplements.
The applicant shall adhere to quality standards and reviews for project deliverables.
The applicant shall be responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and shall provide a single point of contact for those projects.
The applicant shall take projects from original concept through final implementation.
The applicant shall interface with the organization and its customers in all areas affected by the project.
The applicant shall define the project scope and objectives based on organizational requirements; and develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
The applicant shall conduct project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
The applicant shall manage taskers to assure priority actions are coordinated, staffed, and properly executed throughout the organization to guarantee timely, cohesive, and accurate execution of work.
The applicant shall analyze information and data, and assess progress of programs, projects, and processes.
The applicant shall provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team and recommend solutions to organizational leadership.
The applicant shall organize, manage, and present information, to include oral recommendations.
Required Skills: Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S.
Citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain security clearance.
A Master's Degree in a specialized field
* plus a minimum of 6 years of applicable experience or, a Bachelor's Degree in the specialized field
* plus 8 years of applicable experience, or a Associates Degree with 10 years, or a High School Diploma/GED with 16 years in any field with a minimum of 9 years of specialized experience.
Experience Managing multiple engineering change proposals, modification work orders and procurement work directives that are associated with combat system survivability, lethality, cab, tracked chassis and auxiliary systems.
Experience providing leadership with regular high level as well as detailed reports which show the status of the cost, schedule and performance of these multiple individual efforts.
Specialized Degree Field: Project Management, Business Management/Administration or another related field.
Specialized/applicable experience must be in the area of Project Management, Business Management/Administration or another related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in the last fifteen years coordinating and collaborating the management of complex DoD engineering or technical programs and coordinating military acquisition programs (preferably ground combat vehicle systems experience).
Acceptable experience is that which reflects a substantial role in all the required areas (planning, organizing, performing, supervising, tracking and reporting).
Experience shall include: Interface and coordinate with higher level staffs; Provide program information, analysis, and recommendations to leadership for program action and decisions; Develop battle rhythm of activities; calendar management; coordinate and facilitate recurring staff meetings; Prepare, review, staff, transmit, and electronically store on government owned systems, agenda, briefings, papers, tasks, minutes, calendars, action items, and other program related documents; and Prepare required presentation materials for on-site and off-site events.
Background and knowledge of planning, organizing, performing, supervising, tracking, and reporting on complex programs.
5 years' experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and Adobe Acrobat.
Detroit Manufacturing Systems manufactures high-precision, injection molded plastic components for the automotive industry. The DMS Process Technician-IMM reports to the IMM Engineering Leader and will be accountable for maintaining high quality tooling and injection mold machinery and equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs and visual evaluation.
Primary Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
- Fully understand and work with injection molding machines and secondary equipment, on tooling issues to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
- Monitor process and product-quality while tooling runs.
- Maintain and improve Quality.
- Work with Manufacturing Engineering to reduce downtime and scrap and improve process efficiency.
- Participate in improving tool changeover times, by using SMED; improve EOAT (end of arm tooling) change over time improved color changeover time.
- Identify molding problems due to tooling problems and report them to Supervisor.
- Participate in maintaining tooling and equipment thru TPM Program.
- Record downtime and scrap and changeover time
- Able to address minor processing issues.
- Work flexibility in order to meet customer demands and requirements.
- Work safely with mold changes, color changes and any movement with cranes and robot operations. Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company.
Required Skills/Educations/Experience:
The ideal candidate will have/possess the following:
- Technical diploma, and solid knowledge and experience with ENGEL injection-mold machinery and equipment; specialization in plastics and/or injection molding press/equipment.
- At least 3 years of manufacturing experience within a fast-paced automotive/manufacturing environment.
- A minimum of (2+) years' experience as a Process Technician in an injection molding, manufacturing/automotive environment with medium tonnage molding machines.
- Training and experience in the operation of overhead cranes.
- Proven ability to undertake tasks of substantial variety or complexity which require an extensive knowledge of fabrication/processing techniques, tools, materials, machines and equipment.
- Working knowledge of Quality systems, Health & Safety Environments.
- Strong technical problem solving skills.
- Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient level of English required.
- Experience with Engel injection molding machines highly preferred and considered a plus.
Mold Changes:
- Mold changes
- SMED (single minute exchange of Die) Quick Changeover experience
- Operate overhead crane up to 50 ton in size
- Knowledge of setting up, operating crane and differentiating which tools to use during mold changes
- Understanding of and consistent use of mold straps
- Understanding of Hydraulic and water connections and proper usage
- Use of Magnetic Platens, chains, eye bolts and D rings.
- Robot Knowledge:
- Robot experience (Sepro and Engle usage preferred)
- Able to operate Robot including start, stop, and navigating the robot properly
- End of Arm tool changes and troubleshooting experience
- Safe operation of Robot
Materials:
- Basic Understanding of Polymers and Resins
- Experience specifically with the following materials: Polypropylene (PP), TPO, ABS, PCABS, Nylon, & Glass and Mineral filled PP.
- Basic Hopper and Dryer operations
- Understanding of which materials require Drying
- Basic Knowledge of Injection Molding Machine mounted blenders (MOTAN)
- Basic feed systems operation and trouble shooting
- Experience with color concentrate blending and troubleshooting with material.
- Experience performing color changes including purging machine and cleaning tools
Processing & Injection Molding Machinery:
Troubleshoot the following issues:
- An understanding of cold and hot runners and valve gated manifolds in Injection Molding Machine tooling
- Understanding and ability to follow water circuits
- Basic electrical understanding of Injection Molding Machines and tools (Thermocouples, wiring heater bands)
- Ability to change Nozzle tips and mixers
- Experience recording process parameters and reacting to out of control tolerances
- Experience loading processes (recipe) into Injection Molding Machine Controllers (Engle & Husky brands)
- Experience with Cores and ejection including troubleshooting
- Recording and understanding of mold change time, color change time, scrap percentage, efficiency and down time.
- Interior Injection Molding experience with Cosmetic "A" surface parts
- Knowledge and understanding of parts and function of all parts of an Injection Molding Press
- Knowledge and understanding of step by step processes in an injection mold cycle.
- Knowledge and understanding of proper cleaning, storage, safety procedures related to all aspects of operation and processing
- Short Shots
- Flash
- Splay
- Burns
- Bubbles
- Flow Lines
- Pin Push
- Sink Marks
- Working knowledge of Kanban
- Excellent housekeeping practices
Familiarity with basic tools such as:
- Screw Drivers
- Allen Wrench
- Mallet
- Other small hand tools as needed
Our Values:
Gratitude * Integrity * Fun * Teamwork * Excellence * Diversity *
Respect * Innovation * Commitment * Humility
"GIFTED people & RICH culture"