Job Information
Actalent Process Engineer in Glendale, California
Job Title: Process EngineerJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will document start-up procedures for injection, transfer, and compression mold tools, and develop processes for the correct setup of molds, presses, and auxiliary equipment. The role involves updating and maintaining process sheets for new and existing mold tools to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Responsibilities
Document start-up procedures for injection, transfer, and compression mold tools.
Develop processes for the correct setup of molds, presses, and auxiliary equipment, ensuring adherence.
Update and maintain process sheets for new and existing mold tools to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Establish protocols for the correct use of process sheets by machine operators to ensure consistent results.
Support design reviews of new mold inserts and bases.
Perform Design of Experiments to establish shrink rates for various molded materials and geometries.
Coordinate molding trials with the Materials and Processing group to validate new elastomers.
Implement periodic maintenance routines for inserts, mold bases, and molding machines.
Develop training documentation and independently train and mentor production staff in accordance with quality systems.
Recognize and address dimensional and cosmetic non-conformances to prevent recurrence.
Adhere to 5S department procedures, including cleanliness and organization tasks.
Attend all required job-related training sessions.
Advocate and exemplify the company's guiding principles.
Essential Skills
Minimum of four years of experience working in a rubber molding facility.
Understanding of molding machine controls and their effects on part quality.
Strong technical knowledge and experience in thermoset molding.
Experience in molding silicone, fluorosilicone, FKM, NBR, and other specialty elastomers.
Experience using MDR and other lab test results to improve molding parameters.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in Design of Experiments applicable to the molding process is highly desirable.
Process improvement and troubleshooting skills.
Work Environment
This role requires working on the manufacturing floor in rubber molding production. The environment involves hands-on interaction with molding machines and equipment. Maintaining cleanliness and organization in accordance with 5S procedures is essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glendale, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Glendale,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.