<p>At Lavelle we believe in continued learning, visible problem solving and helping our employees grow. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including an on-site FREE health clinic, casual attire and/or uniforms, and paid vacation and holidays. Did we mention our aim is to "Stay in business forever and have fun!"</p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>Lavelle Industries is searching for a Process Engineer in our Whitewater, WI facility. This role is an additional resource that will primarily support the Process Engineer in all phases of tooling qualification through PPAP. The position will also support process tech and molding Assistant Supervisors. Under the Sr. Process Engineer's direction, the Process Engineer works to ensure new and existing tooling is ready to run while meeting required quality standards. This position has a significant impact on OEE, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction.</p> <p>The Responsibilities</p> <p>The Lead Process Technician's major role is to support the Process Engineer through qualifying new and existing tooling. While also helping startups, troubleshooting, tooling, and production.</p> <ul> <li>Ensure that the tooling within the scope of responsibility is qualified to run with minimal delays </li><li>Includes New Product Launch and the sustainment of existing tooling </li><li>Submit sampled parts and necessary documentation for PPAP </li><li>Performs mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting of process equipment and tooling </li><li>Assists in preventative maintenance requirements </li><li>Maintains & audits standard work pertaining to process set-up sheets </li><li>Supports the TPM program </li><li>Assists Maintenance and Tooling as required </li><li>Set up, operate, and maintain process equipment and tooling </li><li>Supports safety programs such as LOTO and machine guarding </li><li>Assures presses are operating within set-up parameters </li><li>Participates in Gemba walks </li><li>Utilizes Gemba boards to make continuous improvement projects visible and track progress </li><li>Monitor, diagnose, and remedy operational performance of equipment/material/molds </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <p>The successful candidate will have a blend of experience for this position</p> <ul> <li>Experience in injection molding tool qualification </li><li>Experience with the scientific molding process </li><li>Experience with the PPAP process and documentation is a plus </li><li>Experience with statistical process control is a plus </li><li>Must be proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word </li></ul> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>An associate's or bachelor's degree in mechanical technology, industrial technology, plastics or equivalent experience is preferred </li></ul> <p>Personal Skills and Attributes</p> <ul> <li>Confident, autonomous self-starter. Comfortable performing multifunctional tasks while achieving desired results. </li><li>Energetic, enthusiastic, responsible, and positive, regardless of obstacles. </li><li>Collaborative and constructive relationship with customers, manufacturing staff, sales, and management. </li><li>Strong work ethic, a blend of hustle, process capability, and problem-solving. </li><li>Persuasive and tactful with customers while performing required functions and obtaining company goals. </li><li>Interpersonal skills - interested and can develop and maintain strong relationships through technical knowledge, personality, and communication. </li><li>Time is of the essence mentality - regular follow-up versus "I'm waiting for…" </li><li>Organized to perform multifunctional tasks without adversely affecting results </li><li>Will primarily work on the 1st shift but be flexible as required </li><li>Methodical troubleshooter vs 'shooting from the hip' </li></ul> <p>Apply Now</p>