The Process Engineer performs a broad range of cross-functional professional duties across the organization serving Ferriot core business and AOBP. The primary focus of this role includes, but is not limited to, (1) Process refinement, development and documentation; (2) Training and mentoring technical staff including Process Technicians, Mold Setters, Material Handlers, etc.; (3) Acquiring and analyzing data concerning operations and the technical staff, with focus on removing costs from manufacturing molding operations and streamlining processes to optimize production; (4) Utilizing data-driven methodologies to assist in troubleshooting and resolving business and technical process issues; (5) Functioning as the point person for leading the department into lean manufacturing and implementation; improving profitability.

Key competencies include:

• Ensure the safety of self and others, follow all company safety policies and procedures, properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE), maintain a clean and organized work area, and immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses to supervision.
• Develop, optimize and troubleshoot injection molding processes using a wide variety of engineered and commodity type resins.
• Identify and develop procedural changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness throughout the organization.
• Define, monitor, analyze and report on KPIs of assigned continuous improvement activities.
• Develop post-project controls for handing off to Manufacturing in collaboration with the Manager, Molding Operations.
• Actively participate in the DFM process acting as the primary technical resource for Manufacturing.
• Identify the need for and develop training plans for Manufacturing personnel (Material Handlers, Mold Setters and Process Technicians)
• Manage process documentation including but not limited to process sheets, work instructions, ISO controlled forms, SOPs, etc.
• Assist with maintaining and updating all required departmental records per SOP and defined ISO requirements.
• Train department personnel on the latest problem solving, set-up and processing techniques.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement projects geared toward reducing internal scrap and process costs and increasing production levels within the department.
• Work closely with all departments and personnel to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Interface with the Manager, Molding Operations to achieve daily and weekly production requirements.
• Coordinate with the Sales, Project Engineering, Quality and Finishing Departments to assist with engineering changes connected with existing programs and new project start-ups as they transition into production.
• Identify and implement new equipment and automation technologies to improve profitability.
• Continue to implement, develop and champion a lean manufacturing environment.
• Review and assess department activities related to safety and methods/procedures to improve safety, especially accident prevention.
• Take responsibility for and perform other duties and functions as assigned.

Manager of Molding Operations

Education: B.S. in Plastics / Polymer / Mechanical or related engineering discipline, certified training in scientific molding processes. Professional certification(s) in quality, lean, Six Sigma, etc. a plus.

Knowledge: Must have successfully implemented and/or maintained a lean manufacturing environment within an injection molding setting. Must have knowledge of engineering resins along with a working knowledge of injection molding equipment, mold operations, mold set-ups, plastic resins, and mixing procedures/measurements. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English.

Experience: Must have a minimum of 10 years of advanced injection molding, tooling, automation and assembly experience. Engineering experience and background along with leadership abilities.

Independent Judgment: Constant. Performs duties with little supervision, regularly makes independent judgments. Makes independent decisions when required as to equipment, production and people problems.

Quality: Follow regulatory, company, and departmental procedures implicitly. In the execution of the job function the Process Engineer must focus on the quality aspect of all activities. Doing the job right the first time and in a timely manner is important to meeting expectations. It should always be a goal to achieve zero defects on each job. Material loss on start-ups as well as production rejects must be minimized. Quality product delivered to our customers on time and within budget is a priority.

Physical Exertion: Routinely lifts 25 lbs or more. Occasionally requires lifting of heavy items; job requires being on feet most of the shift, bends, twists, stoops, walks, lifts and extensively uses hands, wrists and shoulders, legs, waist, and back; uses hand/eye coordination to remove mold, and operate a tow motor; has to work with and around heat and dusts; must be able to exert enough pressure to tighten mold bolts, connections and hook-ups.

Tools: Ratchets, knife(s), screw driver, hammer, wrenches, pry bars, molds, cans/drums, mixing tumblers, parts scale, staple machine, mills, bolts, clippers, pliers, sanders, funnels, channel locks, overhead crane, paper, markers, pencils, written policies and procedures, labor contract, conveyor ramps, brushes, vacuum loaders, tow motors, tape machines, band machines, propane tanks, vacuums, brooms, locks and tag-outs, absorbents, rags gloves, dust masks, glasses/goggles, ladders, personal computer, network system, calculators and micrometers.

Attendance: Must be in attendance on a regular, full time basis and conform to company attendance policies. Due to the leadership and directional nature of this position, visibility and interaction across teams is extremely important. The Process Engineer must be available and willing to work other shifts and overtime as necessary/required.

Salary Exempt. This is an “at will” position.

Interested individuals should fill out our online application.

Ferriot is a soon to be 100-year-old privately held plastic injection molder headquartered in Akron, Ohio. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Rev. 5/07/2026