Manufacturing Engineer - Plastic Production

Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics

Location:

Whitestown, IN

Salary: $82,000–$87,000 | 1st Shift

• Associate’s degree required;
  Bachelor’s in Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of manufacturing or engineering experience, preferably in plastics production (injection molding, extrusion, assembly)
• Strong understanding of plastics manufacturing processes and quality control principles
• Proficiency with CAD software for tooling, fixture, and equipment design
• Familiarity with quality standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.)
• Ability to analyze, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics to join a growing manufacturing team in Whitestown, IN. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing processes and systems to ensure efficient production, high product quality, and cost‑effective operations. This is a hands‑on role with opportunities to collaborate across departments, mentor production staff, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes including injection molding, extrusion, assembly, and packaging
• Conduct process validation and verification to ensure product quality and adherence to standards
• Collaborate with product management and design engineers to improve manufacturability
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, identifying process changes or design improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize defects
• Design and evaluate tooling, equipment, and fixtures for production readiness
• Create work instructions and training materials for equipment setup and operation
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for manufacturing equipment
• Support quality assurance by developing control procedures and addressing deviations or defects
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring milestones are met
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations on production issues

• Associate’s degree required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of manufacturing or engineering experience, plastics experience preferred
• Knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes (injection molding, extrusion, etc.)
• CAD proficiency for tooling and fixture design
• Experience with quality control methodologies and standards
• Project management experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• On‑site manufacturing environment with mechanical equipment and moderate noise levels
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift up to 35 lbs, operate tools, and work safely around equipment
• Exposure to minimal risk of fumes or airborne particles
• Requires good vision, including color recognition

This role is ideal for a manufacturing engineer who is hands‑on, process‑driven, and experienced in plastics production
, looking to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.