Nesco Resource is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our client's team at their Ansonia, CT location. This is a 6 month contract assignment with the potential to become permanent.
SUMMARY:
The Manufacturing Process Engineer plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations through the design, development, and improvement of equipment, tooling, and mechanical systems. This position focuses on enhancing production efficiency, product quality, and safety within injection molding and assembly processes. The Mechanical Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, troubleshoot mechanical challenges and implement innovative solutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, mechanical components, tooling, fixtures, and equipment for injection molding and assembly operations.
- Heavy customer interfacing, will communicate:
- any disruptions to production caused by equipment issues and the actions being taken to resolve the issue(s).
- any assembly issue(s), such as inability to assemble or meet product quality requirement, conducting investigations and reporting the findings.
- feedback on the impact on the manufacturing process if the customer is considering a component design change.
- any engineering changes to be approved.
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting mechanical, tooling, or automation issues on the production floor.
- Conduct root cause analysis and lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve mechanical or process failures.
- Develop and maintain accurate mechanical drawings, models, and BOMs using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Support new product introductions and equipment validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ documentation when required.
- Lead or contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving cycle time, and enhancing quality.
- Collaborate with tooling engineers and external vendors to support mold maintenance, repairs, and modifications.
- Ensure designs and processes comply with company standards, ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820 requirements.
- Participate in Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including equipment specification, vendor selection, and installation oversight.
- Mentor or guide junior engineers or technicians as needed on project-related tasks or best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
- 4 years of engineering experience in plastics manufacturing, injection molding or medical device production.
- Experience with equipment setup and troubleshooting, process optimization (yield and cycle time efficiency) and generation of work instructions.
- Experience working in a medical/pharmaceutical industry or electro-mechanical a plus.
- Exposure to CAD design (SolidWorks preferred) and familiarity with GD&T principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
- Experience applying lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
- Knowledge of tooling, automation and mechanical system integration.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- 6 month contract assignment with the potential to become permanent
- 1st shift, Monday - Friday
- Pay commensurate with experience
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.