Senior Process Engineer (Polymer Extrusion)

Digital Recruting Solutions

  • Mansfield, Massachusetts
  • 2 days ago
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    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cost Effectiveness Analysisunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Environmental Impactunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Extrusionunmatched
    • FDA (Food and Drug Administration)unmatched
    • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
    • Grocery Storesunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Plastics Manufacturingunmatched
    • Polymersunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Engineeringunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Production Machiningunmatched
    • Production Managementunmatched
    • Recyclingunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Startupunmatched
    • Statisticsunmatched
    • Stewardshipunmatched
    • Sustainabilityunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched

    Description

    About the Company

    We are a leading provider of innovative and sustainable thermoformed plastic packaging solutions, headquartered in Massachusetts with facilities across the United States. Specializing in PET packaging, we serve a wide range of industries, including food processors and supermarkets.

    Our mission? To empower customers with sustainable packaging solutions while reducing environmental impact through initiatives that prioritize circularity and the use of FDA-approved recycled materials.

    Our Values: Imagination, Stewardship, Sustainability, and Progress drive our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

    The Role:

    Wer'e seeking a Senior Process Engineer who thrives on hands-on production work and has a strong background in polymer extrusion and plastics manufacturing. This role is pivotal in supporting day-to-day manufacturing, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.

    If you have a knack for troubleshooting machinery, leading process safety initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Troubleshooting: Address and resolve daily production challenges in polymer extrusion processes.
    • Process Optimization: Work directly with machines to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
    • Continuous Improvement: Implement initiatives that drive productivity and product quality.
    • Safety Leadership: Conduct risk assessments and lead process safety projects.
    • Technical Support: Oversee start-ups for new products and equipment, ensuring smooth transfer to production.
    • Data Analysis: Use statistical tools to analyze production trends and identify improvement opportunities.
    • Collaboration: Partner with operators and quality teams to maintain compliance with SQF/ISO standards.
    • Mentorship: Provide guidance and training to junior team members.

    Qualifications:

    Must-Have:

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
    • 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in plastics, polymer, or packaging manufacturing.
    • Strong expertise in polymer extrusion and direct work with production machinery.
    • A proactive, team-oriented approach to solving complex production issues.

    Nice-to-Have:

    • 8+ years of experience in technical roles providing engineering
      support to manufacturing sites, preferably in the plastics, polymer, or packaging industries.
    • Experience with advanced process safety methodologies, statistical
      analysis, and continuous improvement strategies.
    • Prior experience in mentoring junior technical staff or leading
      cross-functional technical teams.

    What You'll Gain:

    • Hands-on exposure to advanced polymer extrusion technologies.
    • Leadership opportunities to drive key process improvement projects.
    • Career growth potential, with pathways to roles like Production Manager or Technical Director.

    Perks & Benefits:

    • Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision).
    • 401(k) with company match.
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays).
    • Career development programs and training opportunities.
    • Employee assistance programs.

    About the Culture:

    We pride ourselves on being collaborative, quality-driven, and innovative. Our fast-paced manufacturing environment offers opportunities to work closely with passionate teams dedicated to pushing the boundaries of packaging technology.

    Ready to Join Us?

    If you're a hands-on engineer ready to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable packaging.

    Working Place:

    Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMansfield, Massachusetts

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