Aegis Worldwide
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Plastics Process Engineer Job Summary The Plastics Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining plastics manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality products, efficient production, and cost-effective operations. This role works closely with production, quality, tooling, and product development teams to improve process performance and support new product launches.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, set up, and optimize plastics manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming)
Establish and maintain process parameters, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
Troubleshoot process issues related to defects, cycle time, material flow, and equipment performance
Support new product introductions, including mold trials, material selection, and process validation
Analyze production data to identify opportunities for yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cycle‑time optimization
Collaborate with tooling and maintenance teams on mold design, modifications, and preventive maintenance
Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Provide technical support and training to production and quality personnel
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen projects
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related field)
Experience with plastics processing in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of polymer materials, rheology, and processing behavior
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Experience with process troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on experience with blow molding
Familiarity with scientific molding principles and process validation
Experience with DOE (Design of Experiments) and statistical process control (SPC)
Knowledge of automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 systems
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Associate
Employment Type: Full‑time
Industry: Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Plastics Process Engineer Job Summary The Plastics Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining plastics manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality products, efficient production, and cost-effective operations. This role works closely with production, quality, tooling, and product development teams to improve process performance and support new product launches.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, set up, and optimize plastics manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming)
Establish and maintain process parameters, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
Troubleshoot process issues related to defects, cycle time, material flow, and equipment performance
Support new product introductions, including mold trials, material selection, and process validation
Analyze production data to identify opportunities for yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cycle‑time optimization
Collaborate with tooling and maintenance teams on mold design, modifications, and preventive maintenance
Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Provide technical support and training to production and quality personnel
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen projects
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related field)
Experience with plastics processing in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of polymer materials, rheology, and processing behavior
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Experience with process troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on experience with blow molding
Familiarity with scientific molding principles and process validation
Experience with DOE (Design of Experiments) and statistical process control (SPC)
Knowledge of automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 systems
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Associate
Employment Type: Full‑time
Industry: Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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