Description:

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW OPPORTUNITY,WITH AN ESTABLISHED COMPANY,THAT OFFERS THE BEST BENEFITS PACKAGE IN TOWN?
WE ARE TACOMA'S BEST KEPT SECRET AND WE ARE LOOKING FOR ANENGINEERING TECH III

WHO WE ARE

GENERAL PLASTICS MANUFACTURER OF RIGID & FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM AND BUILD-TO-PRINT COMPOSITE PARTS

General Plastics has been meeting the stringent requirements of engineers and design teams in diverse industries for over 80 years. Commercial, military and composite manufacturing companies use LAST-A-FOAM rigid and flexible foam sheet stock for its proven mechanical properties and extraordinary versatility. They also depend on us to provide high-quality, high-performance composite assemblies and finished custom parts. We work with our customers through the design process, feasibility, fabrication, and delivery of custom parts. From high-temperature tooling boards, core material or custom fabricated assemblies, expect quality, uniformity, and stability of materials with General Plastics.

From the oceans' depths to deep space, we shape great ideas into reality!

POSITION SUMMARY

This role will be primarily responsible for tooling, shop aid design, manufacturability reviews with customers, and will manage continuous improvement principals by highlighting deficiencies and recommending changes in training, working practices and processes.

TASKS

Support both the Sales and Operations teams by:

Reviewing new molded part designs with customers

Developing associated tooling, manufacturing processes and controls

Identifying and implementing process improvements

Identifying and designing tooling, production equipment, assembly methods to reduce production costs

Determining root cause of failures and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods

Reviewing product designs for manufacturability or completeness

Preparing documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures

Training production personnel in new or existing methods

Requirements:

KEY COMPETENCIES

Must be able to work co-operatively with other individuals and make valued contributions to the outputs of others in-order to assist team or project goals

Implement process control and improvements that reduce cost and time

Deliver and implement new products through new manufacturing methods and tooling

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to partner across the organization at all levels

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and multi-tasking skills

Ability to communicate and demonstrate mission, vision and values of the organization

Analytical thinker with ability to problem solve and predict challenges

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

BS in Engineering, or equivalent experience

7-10 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment

Advanced experience and skills using SolidWorks

Experience with other model-based manufacturing and design software such as Enovia, MasterCAM and Catia desired

Ability to present data effectively

Experience with 3D printing

Ability to work independently in a dynamic work environment

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Your innovation and hard work can help create some of the most unique high performance plastic products for emerging markets, and long-term customers in the country. As a result, you'll find one of the best compensation, benefits and advancement programs in the industry. We're looking for energetic, motivated people with a can-do attitude and a desire to work smart. If you are a person with a strong work ethic who enjoys the chance to excel in a positive, team-oriented setting, you'll find General Plastics to be a rewarding environment.

Our Total Compensation Package is Beyond the Industry Average and includes the following:

Compensation range is $65-95k annually, depending on experience

Profit-Sharing Bonus Program

Outstanding Health Care Benefits including no premiums for medical and vision for entire family & no premiums for dental for employee

Company Matched 401K up to 8%

Employee Assistance Plan

We encourage healthy eating and subsidize lunchroom food/beverage costs

Disability & Life Insurance Package

Generous Earned Time Off Plan starts at 20 days of leave per year, plus 9 Paid Holidays

ITAR - US Persons Status

Due to General Plastics' participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed, or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen, a lawful permanent legal resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

General Plastics Manufacturing Company EEO/DEI Statement

General Plastics is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (253) 473-5000.

Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace

General Plastics is a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace and both post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, PCP, opioids, amphetamines, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our company policies.

**We are a federal subcontractor, and we test for marijuana.**

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