Extrusion Process Engineer

Role details

Job Title: Extrusion Process Engineer

Reports To: Extrusion Process Manager

Department: Engineering

Location: Scranton, PA

Pay Range: $85,000 - $130,000 USD - Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Pay/Wage Type: Salaried \| Exempt

Work Hours: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Extrusion Process Engineer is a mid-level professional responsible for the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of Plaskolite’s extrusion manufacturing processes. This position operates with a high degree of technical expertise in extrusion processing while assisting the daily operation of the process. This position utilizes the understanding of equipment operation, process control fundamentals, and data-driven problem solving to support the extrusion process.

The Extrusion Process Engineer collaborates across functions – including Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety and R & D Teams – to maintain steady-state operations, troubleshoot equipment and production issues, identifying areas of continuous improvement, and help plan the execution of maintenance activities. This role is a key contributor to maintaining product quality, minimizing waste, and maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards.

This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork and quality – reflecting Plaskolite’s core values of Integrity and Improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process deviations and quality nonconformances
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation for consistent and repeatable production practices
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Development teams to scale up new materials and products from trials to full scale production
• Ensure adherence to environmental, health and safety standards in all process related activities
• Develop and support capital projects by providing technical input on equipment selection, process design and system commissioning
• Participate and/or lead in cross functional teams to support strategic initiatives related to manufacturing excellence, sustainability and new technology deployment
• Provide training and technical guidance to production and technical staff on process best practices and troubleshooting methods
• Lead Maintenance and Engineering teams to evaluate equipment performance, recommend upgrades, identify process concerns, prioritize projects and ensure process reliability
• Identify, monitor and troubleshoot data to identify opportunities for productivity and quality gains
• Foster continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles across production lines
• Develop cost reduction initiatives by optimizing raw material usage and energy consumption
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering field
• 4-6 years of professional experience in industrial process engineering experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of Plaskolite’s polymerization manufacturing process.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Effective communicator with ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Available Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) and Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Life Insurance

About PLASKOLITE

PLASKOLITE is a global leader in manufacturing of engineering thermoplastics, including Acrylic, Polycarbonate, ABS, Olefin and PETG Sheet, Extruded Profiles and PMMA Polymers. Founded in 1950, by Donald Dunn and family, PLASKOLITE has a reputation for providing the highest quality products in the industry. Our innovative thermoplastic solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including glazing, safety shields, lighting, signs and point-of-purchase displays.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities throughout North America and Europe, Plaskolite delivers superior thermoplastic sheet, profiles, and polymers to the world through long-lasting customer relationships and hands-on customer service.

*PLASKOLITE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. If requested, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals where appropriate to allow the ++individual to perform the essential functions of the job, so long as doing so does not create an undue hardship on the business.*

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