Experienced Injection Molding Engineer
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Summary
Develop, optimize, and support plastic injection molding processes to ensure efficient production of high-quality parts for new and existing products.
Job description
Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions, tooling, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement programs in a manufacturing environment.
- Collaborate with design, tooling, and production teams to ensure mold and part designs are manufacturable.
- Set up and validate molding parameters for new tooling and engineering changes.
- Lead mold trials and sample runs, analyze results, and make necessary adjustments.
- Troubleshoot molding issues (such as flash, short shots, warpage, etc.) and implement corrective actions.
- Support preventative maintenance and repair strategies for molds and auxiliary equipment.
- Train technicians and operators on proper molding procedures and best practices.
- Evaluate mold designs for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
- Maintain process documentation, including setup sheets, validation protocols, and work instructions.
- Ensure that supply chain manufacturing engineering project plans are comprehensively reviewed, implemented, and completed on schedule and within budget.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 5 years of experience in the job offered or in an Experienced Injection Molding Engineer-related occupation
- Creating and developing new robust injection molding processes for contact lens manufacturing with high tolerance to the micron level
- Compiling and analyzing data using statistical tools including Minitab and JMP
- Developing technical documentation to support statistical claims on processes developed
- IQ, OQ, and PQ process validation, root cause analysis including 5 Whys and Fishbone, creating test plans, and implementing changes
- Thermoplastic materials, mold design, and injection molding machines automation equipment, including Sumitomo, Netstal, Engel, Yushin, and Mitsubishi
- High cavitation and high precision mold design, functionality, and troubleshooting for Hot Runners and Valve Gated molds
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Long-Term Incentive Program
- Vacation
- Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Floating Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Caregiver Leave
- Volunteer Leave
- Military Spouse Time-Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
Company overview
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is the pharmaceutical division of Johnson & Johnson, leading the way in medical innovation with a relentless focus on bringing transformational treatments to patients worldwide. The company applies rigorous science and compassion to address the most complex diseases of our time, developing groundbreaking medicines across key therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and cardiopulmonary medicine. With deep expertise and global reach, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine reimagines how devastating diseases are treated and cured, delivering hope and better care for millions of patients and their families. The organization pioneers the path from laboratory research to clinical application, championing patients every step of the way while maintaining an unwavering commitment to scientific excellence and patient-centered innovation.