Tool Center Manager & Injection Engineer

GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.

As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.

GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.

Culture:

Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.

What we are looking for:

Grammer is looking for a Tool Center Manager & Injection Engineer to join our location in Shannon, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!

What you will be doing:

• Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial processes, including controlling the capacity of the Injection Molding Area, Injection Molding Machines ("IMMs") and Peripherical Equipment.  
• Write the Molds/Machines/Equipment specifications.
• Release Molds/Machines/Equipment.
• Assuring the performance of the Molds and perform the initial Setup of the Molds in an IMM
• Administrate the Process of each Mold and follow up on the Molds Engineering Changes.
• Integrate new Technology and Automation to the IMMs.
• Participate in the Corrective Actions of a Customer Complaint.
• Member of the Launch Team for new Projects.
• Domestic & International travel required up to 15% annually.

What you will bring along:

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Three (3) years of experience as Injection Molding Process Engineer/Supervisor, Plant Manager Injection Molding, or similar role.
• In lieu of the Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience, employer will accept no degree and five (5) years of experience as Injection Molding Process Engineer/Supervisor, Plant Manager Injection Molding, or similar role. Requires
• Three (3) years of experience in plastic injection molding and tooling design which must include : working with Krauss Maffei MC5 or MC6 Controllers;  Molds/Injection Molding Machines ("IMMs")/Linear Robots Setup Optimization, Processing and troubleshooting through DOE technics and datasets;
• Continuous development and management of mold specifications for all molds and writing process programs for Krauss Maffei Machines
• Performing Injection Molding filling studies to initiate a Mold Setup; Writing New and Modifying existing robot programs for Krauss Maffei IMMs;
• Continuous Improvement of the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE);
• Audit Process to determine opportunities to increase the productivity and efficiency; Mold Changeovers (SMED) knowledge
• Participation in the evaluation and training of new Mold Process Technicians
• Writing Injection Molding, Drying and Cooling specifications for an optimal process.

What we can provide you:

· Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage eligibility on day 1

· Flex Spending Accounts

· Health Savings Account

· 401(k)

· Volunteer Life Insurance options

· Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

· Tuition Reimbursement Programs

· Robust Employee Assistance Program Services

· Individualized Developmental Opportunities