Senior Plastics Engineer - Bedford, NH

Michael Page International

Bedford, NH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Career Development, Change Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Engineering Management, Equipment Specification, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, MPI, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Minitab, Operations Management, Polymers, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Validation, Project/Program Management, Six Sigma, Staff Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), State Laws and Regulations, Statistics, Team Player, United States Department of Energy (DOE)
LOCATION
Bedford, NH
POSTED
1 day ago
This Senior Plastics Engineer position is a hands‑on manufacturing engineering role focused on improving existing processes and validating new equipment, tooling, and technologies. The role blends applied statistics, structured problem solving, and project leadership to translate customer and product requirements into repeatable, capable manufacturing processes. It is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys working on the manufacturing floor while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Client Details The client is a well‑established manufacturer with a strong reputation for innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term employee development. The organization operates in a high‑volume, technically complex manufacturing environment and invests heavily in process improvement, engineering rigor, and best‑in‑class production capabilities. Description Responsibilities:Analyze and improve manufacturing processes using applied statistics, Six Sigma tools, and structured problem‑solving methodologiesPlan, execute, and document multi‑phase validation runs to confirm new and existing processes meet performance requirementsDevelop and manage project charters, implementation plans, timelines, and resource requirementsAct as a technical liaison between engineering, development, and operations teamsCreate product, process, and equipment specifications to ensure manufacturabilitySupport transfer of new processes into production, including SOP development and operator trainingEstablish and maintain control plans to sustain process gains over timeContribute to broader operational excellence and continuous improvement strategies Profile Ideal Candidate:B.S. in Plastics, Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline5+ years of experience in plastics, polymer, textile, or converting manufacturing environmentsStrong background in process validation, DOE, SPC, and root cause analysisHands‑on experience using statistical tools (Minitab preferred)Proven ability to manage engineering projects end‑to‑endStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionallyComfortable supporting shop‑floor operations and change management Job Offer What's To Offer:Competitive base salary with performance bonusExposure to complex, high‑impact engineering projectsCollaborative, engineering‑driven culture with global reachClear path for professional development and career progressionStable organization with long‑term growth strategy 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.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

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. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/