Technical Advisor - Plastics Extrusion - 2nd shift

Position

Technical Advisor – Extrusion (2nd Shift)

Location: Corona, CA, US

Company: Lubrizol Corporation

Job Type: Full Time, On Site

Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Salary: $106,000 – $129,000 plus 6% bonus

• Collaborate with internal and external project engineers in developing processes and tooling that meet customer expectations on cost, quality and delivery of new product development.
• Build the technical competencies of operators by sharing process knowledge, problem-solving thought process and techniques, and experience.
• Coach shift teams to troubleshoot and solve operational issues.
• Improve operator's knowledge regarding process and equipment functionality and performance.
• Directly solve problems and support others in their problem-solving and formal root cause analyses.
• Assist in creating, developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist customer complaint investigation and corrective actions for area of expertise.
• Collaborate with maintenance, reliability, and improvement personnel to resolve issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Share and leverage knowledge, experience, and best practices with applicable stakeholders.
• Lead and support targeted process and productivity improvement teams (e.g., work with improvement and reliability engineers to resolve operational issues).
• Support work process and best practice implementation.
• Contribute to updating and improving the area's operating discipline and procedures.
• Perform internal compliance auditing to process.
• Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints regarding products and recommend permanent manufacturing improvements to correct and prevent recurrences.
• Diagnose manufacturing problems and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Observe and promote company standards and policies on safety, quality and productivity.
• Understand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in medical devices and a clean room environment context.
• Convert various units of measurement.

• High School or GED Diploma.
• 8+ years extrusion experience including process/tooling design, setup, hands‑on troubleshooting.
• Experience with thermoplastic extrusion processes including a variety of mixes and materials.
• Experience with MS Office Applications.
• Experience training, coaching, mentoring, and influencing others.

• Experience with Davis‑Standard extrusion machines.
• Experience with Zumbach extrusion equipment.

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.