Plastics Processing Engineer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process Development and Optimization
• Develop, validate, and optimize plastics processing parameters.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Introduce new technologies and methods to enhance production capabilities.

Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve processing issues, utilizing root cause analysis.
• Provide technical support to the production team during setup and production runs.
• Work with maintenance teams to ensure equipment functionality and minimize downtime.

Quality Assurance

• Collaborate with the Quality team to establish standards for product quality.
• Participate in failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) processes to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that products comply with all relevant regulations and standards.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Engage with suppliers and equipment vendors to optimize tooling and equipment specifications.
• Facilitate training for operators and technicians on new equipment and processes.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain thorough documentation of processing parameters, machine settings, and best practices.
• Generate and analyze process performance metrics to guide decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Provide regular updates on project status, challenges, and solutions to management.

Safety and Compliance

• Uphold safety protocols and standards within the plastics processing area.
• Ensure that all processes and equipment are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a plastics processing or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of various plastics processing techniques.
• Proficient in using process simulation software and analytical tools.
• Familiarity with industry-specific quality standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, standing for extended periods, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Certification from relevant industry associations.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.