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Plastics Tooling Project Engineer

Dover Corporation
Cypress, CA, US
Full-time

OK International is a global manufacturer of electronic benchtop tools and precision dispensing solutions worldwide. We have two major product lines : Metcal electronics bench tool solutions and Techcon dispensing Systems.

We have facilities in Cypress California (US), Chandlers Ford (UK) and Shenzhen (China) supporting our customers worldwide.

The OK International Team is dedicated at putting customers first, having an entrepreneurship mindset, innovative culture, cultivating relationships and never compromising on integrity. Welcome to our team!

OK International is part of the Dover Engineered Products segment of the Dover Corporation. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion.

We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments : Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment.

Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV."

JOB SUMMARY :

The Plastics Tooling Project Engineer is responsible for leading design and manufacturing initiatives, managing cost saving strategies and driving quality initiatives while mitigating risk of critical components from suppliers.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and supply chain, to ensure seamless project execution.

JOB DUTIES :

  • Manages new supplier qualification and alternate material qualification.
  • Performs supplier quality audits & tooling audits.
  • Leads transfer of product lines, tool transfers, equipment transfers, both internal and external.
  • Drives cost saving projects to achieve productivity targets, process standardization and best practices.
  • Develop innovative manufacturing processes & solutions to reduce costs and improve product quality.
  • Implement material testing and material flow analysis.
  • Provide NPI support and lead design for manufacturing initiatives.
  • Establish partnerships with internal and external resources.
  • Support customer complaint resolution.
  • Assist in application engineering efforts to improve product performance.
  • Establish application testing protocol and processes to quantify product performance capabilities.
  • Manage day-to-day operational measuring and monitoring of projects and scope.
  • Communicate project status and escalate / resolve issues that impede deliverables in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that action item owners are managing recovery plans as applicable when commitments are not met.
  • Provide weekly product development status meetings identifying project phase, tasks completed and project specs.
  • Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
  • Develop an understanding of the products.
  • Comply with and helps to enforce standard policies and procedures.
  • Ensures that projects are organized, and deadlines are met.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

3-5 years’ experience in injection molding process and tooling development, productivity and cost savings strategies in a diversified manufacturing / distribution environment.

SKILLS AND EDUCATION REQUIRED :

  • Ability to develop process improvements particularly with manufacturing of plastic parts.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently and complete deadlines on time.
  • Strong project management skills and able to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Effective communication with internal and external parties of all levels of an organization, Suppliers and Customers.
  • Understand how to communicate company sensitive information tactfully.
  • Problem solving skills including root cause analysis.
  • Hands-on leader with good attention to detail.
  • Embrace a customer first approach.
  • BA / BS in Engineering or related field.
  • Local Travel 20% (40-100 miles per week).

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Salary Range : $90,000.00 - $105,000.00

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education / training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations

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