Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer
Join a growing advanced materials manufacturer supporting aerospace and defense. Lead process improvements with strong visibility and technical ownership.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established global manufacturer and technology leader specialising in advanced engineered materials used across aerospace, defence, transportation, energy, and industrial markets. Their products support mission-critical applications where performance, reliability, and innovation are essential. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement, the organisation invests heavily in manufacturing technology, employee development, and advanced engineering capabilities. The business offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on next-generation industry applications.
Job Description
The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting and improving manufacturing operations, leading process optimization initiatives, troubleshooting production challenges, and providing technical expertise across thermoplastics manufacturing processes. The role will serve as a key engineering resource, partnering with production, quality, and commercial teams to improve operational performance and support business growth.
- Optimize thermoplastic extrusion, compounding, and manufacturing processes.
- Troubleshoot equipment and production issues using structured root cause analysis.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, manufacturing routings, and BOMs.
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
- Support new product introductions, feasibility assessments, and customer requirements.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
The Manufacturing Engineer will possess a strong engineering background with proven experience in thermoplastics manufacturing and process improvement. They will combine technical expertise with strong communication skills and the ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Plastics, or related Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in thermoplastics manufacturing environments.
- Experience with extrusion, compounding, process optimisation, and statistical methods.
- Proficiency with CAD software, ideally SolidWorks, and engineering documentation.
- Eligible to obtain security clearance and authorised to work as a U.S. citizen.
What's on Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry-leading advanced manufacturing organization where engineers are empowered to make a measurable impact. The successful candidate will gain exposure to cutting-edge materials technology, challenging projects, and long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and innovative business.
- Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Career development opportunities within a global engineering organization.
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and high-impact projects.
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Six Sigma, Lean, Process Improvement
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Newburyport
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant Name: Victor Pascoe
Job Reference: JN-092026-7113857
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Newburyport, Massachusetts |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $90,000–$135,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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