Manufacturing Engineer-Plastics Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics Molding

Manufacturing Process Engineer / Plastics Process Engineer

Build and Optimize Advanced Manufacturing Processes in a Growing Production Facility

Are you a hands‑on manufacturing engineer who enjoys solving problems on the production floor and building manufacturing processes that drive efficiency, quality, and performance?

My client, a growing global manufacturing organization with multiple facilities and more than 1,000 employees worldwide
, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics Manufacturing to support their expanding manufacturing operation in the Greater Indianapolis Area
. This role will work directly on the manufacturing floor to support production operations, troubleshoot equipment and processes, and help design and optimize injection molding manufacturing systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career manufacturing engineer who enjoys hands‑on problem solving, process development, and improving manufacturing performance in a dynamic production environment.

• Competitive base salary: $77,000–$87,000 depending on experience
• Competitive BCBS group health insurance with PPO and HSA options
• Strong 401(k) program with 50% match on up to 8% contributions
• Annual 3% non‑elective company contribution to the 401(k) plan
• 9 paid company holidays plus PTO
• Opportunity to help build and improve manufacturing processes in a growing facility
• Work for a global manufacturing organization with multiple locations and strong long‑term growth

The Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics Manufacturing will support the design, development, and optimization of injection molding manufacturing processes and systems within a modern production facility. This role works closely with operations, production, and engineering teams to ensure efficient production, consistent product quality, and cost‑effective manufacturing performance.

This position plays a key role in building and improving manufacturing processes from the ground up
, providing hands‑on troubleshooting and technical support on the production floor while implementing process improvements that enhance reliability and productivity.

• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and technical support for manufacturing operations on the production floor
• Design, develop, and optimize injection molding manufacturing processes and systems
• Support daily production operations to ensure efficient production and product quality
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes from the ground up
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs
• Collaborate with operations and production teams to improve equipment performance and process stability
• Design tooling and manufacturing fixtures using CAD software
• Support quality control and process validation initiatives
• Prepare process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve manufacturing performance

• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within production environments
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations and production equipment
• Strong interest in injection molding manufacturing processes (experience strongly preferred)
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes on the production floor
• Experience improving manufacturing processes, efficiency, and product quality
• Proficiency with CAD software for tooling or fixture design
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies and manufacturing quality systems
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally with operations teams
• Associate’s degree required. Engineering degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to and tell us why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here.