Process Engineer
Menasha · Georgetown, KY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 24 days ago
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An engineer-level process role at Menasha (packaging) in Georgetown, KY.
- Tools it names
- Injection molding, Tooling
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About the role
Responsibilities
1. Develop and improve manufacturing methods consistent with the principles of scientific mold and process control.
2. Manage plant, equipment, and process improvement projects, as assigned.
3. Manage the process to optimize press cycle time and consistency.
4. Assist in the development and manufacture of new tools to minimize ‘time to market’ while maximizing cost effectiveness.
5. Collaborate with operations, technical and hourly personnel to optimize processes.
6. Participate in the selection of processes and mold design considerations for new products.
7. Promote employee engagement activities to create and maintain a positive work environment.
8. Lead various scrap improvement activities.
9. Ideally someone will have experience working with a master mold maker and is ready to take the next step - this is a hands-on role.
Performance Measures and Outcome s
1. Safety metrics
2. Scrap / Lbs processed
3. Mold change time and compliance
#ORBIS
Two companies, one vision.
Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.
Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.
Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.
Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.
Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.
The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!
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About us (and our exciting future)
Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.
Join us and become part of the power behind possible.
About The Opportunity
Design and implement manufacturing processes, equipment and plants (pilot to fully operational) to achieve production goals.
We are looking for someone to be responsible for supporting injection molding operations while managing mold-related projects and information. Approximately 25% of the role focuses on processing and optimizing injection molding tools and processes. The remaining 75% involves mold management activities, including tracking mold locations and status, coordinating mold modifications and repairs, overseeing mold transfers and moves, maintaining mold documentation, and communicating with external contractors and outsourced vendors. This position serves as a key liaison between production, tooling, and outside partners to ensure molds are properly maintained, modified, and available to support operational requirements.