Plastics Engineer

**US Conec, Ltd.** **Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI.** US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today’s most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you’ll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond. ## # Plastics Engineer ## Future Opportunities We're always interested in connecting with talented **Plastics Engineers**. This posting may be used to identify candidates for both current and upcoming openings. As a result, timing for follow-up may vary, and not all applicants will be contacted immediately. Qualified candidates will remain in our talent community and may be considered for future opportunities that align with their background and experience. ## Overview Welcome to US Conec, where we take pride in being a global leader in high-density fiber-optic connector solutions! With over 30 years of expertise in precision engineering, injection molding, and plastics manufacturing, we are excited to invite you to join our team as a **Plastics Engineer**. In this role, you will lead the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of plastic injection molding processes and tooling that support both new product introductions and existing production programs. You'll work closely with Engineering, Tooling, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to improve process capability, product quality, efficiency, and cost while helping drive innovation across our plastics manufacturing operations. ## Responsibilities - Develop, validate, and optimize plastic injection molding processes for new and existing products. - Lead process development activities, including mold trials, process qualification, and production readiness efforts. - Analyze molding performance and implement improvements to enhance quality, reduce scrap, improve cycle times, and increase overall equipment effectiveness. - Partner with Tooling, Product Development, and Manufacturing teams on mold design reviews, tooling modifications, and new product launches. - Evaluate and recommend plastic materials and resins based on product performance, manufacturability, and cost objectives. - Utilize scientific molding principles, statistical methods, and data analysis to establish robust and repeatable molding processes. - Troubleshoot molding defects and process issues, including flash, short shots, sink marks, warpage, dimensional variation, and cosmetic concerns. - Develop and maintain process documentation, including setup sheets, work instructions, validation reports, and process standards. - Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, and cost reduction. - Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing teams to investigate customer complaints, nonconformances, and returned product, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. - Provide technical leadership, training, and mentorship to Process Technicians, Mold Technicians, and production personnel. - Support capital projects involving molding equipment, auxiliary systems, automation, and process monitoring technologies. ## Must Haves - Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. - Experience with plastic injection molding processes in a manufacturing environment. - Knowledge of polymer materials, resin behavior, mold design, and processing principles. - Understanding of statistical and problem-solving methodologies, including DOE, SPC, Measurement R&R, and r…