Process Engineer

Compensation: $110,000–$140,000 + Bonus

Our client is seeking a hands‑on Process Engineer with strong extrusion blow molding experience to lead processing improvements and provide technical leadership within a growing plastics manufacturing operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, process optimization, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Lead and optimize daily extrusion blow molding operations.
• Troubleshoot molding, machine, and quality issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Develop, document, and maintain standardized molding processes and machine parameters.
• Support machine startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and process validations.
• Improve cycle times, material utilization, quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Monitor production metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Mentor and develop Process Technicians while helping build a strong technical culture.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production issues.
• Promote a safe manufacturing environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards.

• 3+ years of extrusion blow molding processing experience required.
• Strong troubleshooting ability in molding processes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Leadership experience supervising or mentoring technical personnel is preferred.
• Experience developing and documenting molding processes.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; ERP systems are a plus.
• Injection molding or profile extrusion experience is considered an asset.

• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
• Process optimization and validation.
• Mold maintenance and process documentation.
• Data analysis and manufacturing performance improvement.
• Uniloy or Bekume equipment.