Creative Liquid Coatings · 2 days ago
Injection Molding Automation Engineer
Howell, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelCreative Liquid Coatings is a TS 16949 certified manufacturer specializing in Injection Molding, Chrome Plating, and Painting of automotive components. The Injection Molding Automation Engineer will manage and support multiple complex capital projects related to new technologies and automated equipment, emphasizing safety, quality, and budget adherence.
AutomotiveIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Effectively manage activities with an emphasis on safety, quality, productivity, timing, and budget allowances of the project
Follow a formalized project management process and employ the appropriate tools to support flawless execution of capital projects
Develop robust project plans, gain cross-functional alignment and deliver per plan
Work with Procurement and OEMs to properly specify, procure, accept, install, and validate capital equipment
Be the subject matter expert for technologies including automated equipment such as, single-step, 2-step, extrusion blow mold machines, packaging equipment, and downstream equipment including palletizers and stretch wrapper equipment
Direct and manage activities of plant staff and external contractors to safely execute the project
Support productivity and cost reduction projects. Assist with the implementation of best practices
Perform feasibility studies of special operations and manufacturing projects as directed by the Director of Operations Engineering
Work with the VP of Operations, Operations Engineering Directors/Managers, Plant Managers, and plant staff, along with corporate R & D, Commercial teams, and Finance staff to develop feasibility studies and mutually agreeable implementation plans which meet cost and timing criteria
Communicate and resolve technical, timing, and budgetary issues related to projects as they arise
Understand plant infrastructure, molding machines and related equipment, as well as requirements for changes and upgrades to improve safety, quality, and overall efficiency
Analyze the business, performance, and cost capabilities and limitations of new, proposed, or existing equipment. Includes evaluation of machinery, equipment, tooling, workflow, and vendors
Communicate and resolve technical, timing, and budgetary issues related to projects as they arise
Publish weekly project status reports outlining project status and issues
Develop and manage task lists, timelines and resources for completion of projects
Qualification
Required
Effectively manage activities with an emphasis on safety, quality, productivity, timing, and budget allowances of the project
Follow a formalized project management process and employ the appropriate tools to support flawless execution of capital projects
Develop robust project plans, gain cross-functional alignment and deliver per plan
Work with Procurement and OEMs to properly specify, procure, accept, install, and validate capital equipment
Be the subject matter expert for technologies including automated equipment such as, single-step, 2-step, extrusion blow mold machines, packaging equipment, and downstream equipment including palletizers and stretch wrapper equipment
Direct and manage activities of plant staff and external contractors to safely execute the project
Support productivity and cost reduction projects. Assist with the implementation of best practices
Perform feasibility studies of special operations and manufacturing projects as directed by the Director of Operations Engineering
Work with the VP of Operations, Operations Engineering Directors/Managers, Plant Managers, and plant staff, along with corporate R & D, Commercial teams, and Finance staff to develop feasibility studies and mutually agreeable implementation plans which meet cost and timing criteria
Communicate and resolve technical, timing, and budgetary issues related to projects as they arise
Understand plant infrastructure, molding machines and related equipment, as well as requirements for changes and upgrades to improve safety, quality, and overall efficiency
Analyze the business, performance, and cost capabilities and limitations of new, proposed, or existing equipment. Includes evaluation of machinery, equipment, tooling, workflow, and vendors
Publish weekly project status reports outlining project status and issues
Develop and manage task lists, timelines and resources for completion of projects
Knowledge of plant layouts and infrastructure equipment. Proven experience managing multiple resources and complex projects
Strong interpersonal skills required to communicate technical and financial information and to complete project assignments on time and within approved budgets
Knowledge of project management processes, tools, and techniques
Strong communication and people skills to influence and manage multiple cross-functional resources
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
PLC and robotic programming knowledge
Company
Creative Liquid Coatings
Creative Liquid Coatings is a manufacturer company of injection molding, paint, and surface finishing products.
Founded in 1994
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Geist
President / CEO
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