Job Details

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Sanmina Turtle Lake, Wisconsin is a full-service plastic injection molding, electronics integration and design service facility.  They have 50 injection molding machines and expertise with engineering-grade resins.  Sanmina Turtle Lake has long standing business partnerships with both tool designers and manufacturers.

PURPOSE:

The Senior Process Engineers (Plastics) primary focus will be new business and capacity expansion projects. In this position, you will research, model, and develop plastic process technologies, tool designs and processes for new and transfer Thermoset and Thermoplastic injection and compression molding applications projects.  The candidate will be responsible for leading a team of Process Engineering Technicians in the execution of design reviews, process development and manufacturing introduction.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsibility for the technology, process development and troubleshooting of thermoset and thermoplastic injection and compression molding processes

• Coordinate design for manufacturability (DFM) methodologies into our design reviews 

• Investigate and recommend new technologies while staying current on manufacturing methods and tool designs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage multiple process development projects with minimal supervision

• Manage start-up, debug, and commission of new and transfer molding processes

• Plan and conduct experimental trials utilizing designed experiments to produce capable and stable molding processes

• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential

• Communicate and solve problems

• Generate and update technical documents, reports, specifications and BOMs

• Lead process development risk analysis (FMEA)

• Coordinate and support pre-production build activities

• Monitor NPI implemented processes for efficacy utilizing KPI’s

• Provide technical support to all facets of our facility

• Recognize, document and define qualification requirements for improvements

• Develop a flexible process engineering team that supports our critical deadlines

• Train and provide direction to process engineering technicians and train manufacturing technicians as part of a qualification

• Lead daily NPI sample activities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of thermoset and thermoplastic resin systems, related processes and tooling is highly desired

• Knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, procedures, tooling and automation

• Sound understanding of injection molding machinery, auxiliary equipment and tooling

• Ability to create, foster, and work in a team-oriented environment

• Skilled at Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving

• Self-starter motivated to implement positive change to our NPI and manufacturing processes

• Ability to provide input and alternatives during part design reviews that improve manufacturability

Other Experiences that we value:

• Programming/troubleshooting experience with automation controls such as PLC’s, HMI’s, Servo’s, and vision inspection systems

• 3D design software (Solid Works) skills and experience

• Project Management skills and experience

• Lean Manufacturing skills and experience

EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer five to seven years of experience with hands-on injection and compression molding of thermoset and thermoplastic materials

• Experience working as a member of an NPI customer focused team

• Experience developing manufacturing processes (qualification or validation) and their associated documentation

• Six Sigma Certification preferred, working knowledge of the DMAIC process is a plus

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Required (Plastics, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical).  Exceptional experience will be considered. 

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity