Greif
Plastics Manufacturing Process & Controls Engineer (Blow Molding)
Greif, Alsip, Illinois, United States, 60803
Plastics Manufacturing Process & Controls Engineer (Blow Molding)
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This range is provided by Greif. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Where you’ll be based
Preferred location: Alsip, Illinois
Also considered: Houston, Texas
What you’ll do
Use Lean methods (Kaizen, VSM, A3) to drive measurable improvements in productivity, labor efficiency, quality, and waste.
Specify, order, and implement equipment and controls; evaluate current assets for throughput, safety, and cost, recommending upgrades.
Run structured optimization trials; analyze data; set parameter windows that achieve certification and performance targets.
Apply root cause analysis to daily misses and chronic issues; prevent recurrence.
Create, update, and enforce SOCs with clear min/max ranges for major equipment.
Build a rigorous CPE (Critical Process Equipment) program with the maintenance team; audit and maintain asset health.
Deploy VQS in partnership with Reliability and Quality on each machine.
Document work thoroughly and publish monthly quality/production reports.
Develop and deliver process training for operators, leaders, and maintenance; produce training materials and job aids.
Translate lessons learned into standard practices; replicate across plants for consistency.
Collaborate with Product Engineering on experiments, prototypes, and samples to enable new product launches.
Partner with OPEX and cross-functional teams to execute A3 continuous improvement projects.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) required.
5+ years of plastic blow molding experience (required).
Strong mechanical aptitude with electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, air compressors, chillers, and PLCs.
Proficiency in troubleshooting maintenance issues and optimizing cycle time for cost savings.
Lean/Continuous Improvement strengths and a quality-first mindset.
Knowledge of plastics materials, processes, and machinery operations; safety-forward approach.
Excellent attention to detail, documentation habits, and Microsoft Office skills.
Clear communication and teamwork skills.
Ability and willingness to travel required.
Compensation The pay range for this position is $101,800.00 - $173,300.00. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $125,000.00 to $135,000.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Proficiencies that set you up for success
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Pneumatics Experience
Process Engineering
PLC Programming Experience
Lean Manufacturing Principles
Engineering Degree
Plastic Extrusion Experience
Blow Molding Experience
Tools and systems you’ll work with
Extrusion Machine
ERP Software
Blow Molding Machine
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Greif. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Where you’ll be based
Preferred location: Alsip, Illinois
Also considered: Houston, Texas
What you’ll do
Use Lean methods (Kaizen, VSM, A3) to drive measurable improvements in productivity, labor efficiency, quality, and waste.
Specify, order, and implement equipment and controls; evaluate current assets for throughput, safety, and cost, recommending upgrades.
Run structured optimization trials; analyze data; set parameter windows that achieve certification and performance targets.
Apply root cause analysis to daily misses and chronic issues; prevent recurrence.
Create, update, and enforce SOCs with clear min/max ranges for major equipment.
Build a rigorous CPE (Critical Process Equipment) program with the maintenance team; audit and maintain asset health.
Deploy VQS in partnership with Reliability and Quality on each machine.
Document work thoroughly and publish monthly quality/production reports.
Develop and deliver process training for operators, leaders, and maintenance; produce training materials and job aids.
Translate lessons learned into standard practices; replicate across plants for consistency.
Collaborate with Product Engineering on experiments, prototypes, and samples to enable new product launches.
Partner with OPEX and cross-functional teams to execute A3 continuous improvement projects.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) required.
5+ years of plastic blow molding experience (required).
Strong mechanical aptitude with electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, air compressors, chillers, and PLCs.
Proficiency in troubleshooting maintenance issues and optimizing cycle time for cost savings.
Lean/Continuous Improvement strengths and a quality-first mindset.
Knowledge of plastics materials, processes, and machinery operations; safety-forward approach.
Excellent attention to detail, documentation habits, and Microsoft Office skills.
Clear communication and teamwork skills.
Ability and willingness to travel required.
Compensation The pay range for this position is $101,800.00 - $173,300.00. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $125,000.00 to $135,000.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Proficiencies that set you up for success
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Pneumatics Experience
Process Engineering
PLC Programming Experience
Lean Manufacturing Principles
Engineering Degree
Plastic Extrusion Experience
Blow Molding Experience
Tools and systems you’ll work with
Extrusion Machine
ERP Software
Blow Molding Machine
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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Alsip, IL .
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