Project Engineer - Plastics Manufacturing; Film and Compounding L
Job in
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90079, USA
Listed on 2026-05-10
Listing for:
Gilder Search Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-10
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Automation Engineering, Quality Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Automation Engineering, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Project Engineer - Plastics Manufacturing (Film and Compounding) - Base Salary to 100k/year - Los Angeles, CA
Our client, a plastics manufacturer specializing in film and compounding processes, is seeking a Project Engineer to support capital projects, process improvements, and facility upgrades within a production environment.
- This role is responsible for managing engineering projects from concept through implementation, working cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and external vendors to ensure successful execution.
- Manage full lifecycle of engineering projects from scope definition through implementation and handoff to operations
- Develop project scope, timelines, budgets, and technical specifications
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to execute capital and process improvement projects
- Support installation, modification, and startup of manufacturing equipment and systems
- Review and develop technical drawings, layouts, and documentation using 2D and 3D CAD tools
- Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and applicable safety and regulatory requirements
- Track project budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure alignment with business objectives
- Support procurement activities including vendor selection, quoting, and contractor coordination
- Develop standard operating procedures and training documentation for new processes or equipment
- Participate in troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts related to manufacturing processes
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment (plastics, film, compounding, or similar industrial production)
- Experience managing engineering or capital projects within a production facility
- Experience working with electro-mechanical systems, equipment modifications, or system integration
- Experience reading and modifying technical drawings and layouts
- Proficiency with 2D and/or 3D CAD software
- Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams
- Experience tracking project budgets, schedules, and deliverables
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools
- Base salary in the 85k – 100k/year range
- Health, dental, and life insurance benefits
- 401k program
- Relocation assistance available
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