EMProcess Engineer
Associate-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $90k (23 that show pay).
Optimize injection molding processes, troubleshoot defects, and lead resin trials and process validation.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. High-impact role with visibility across the organization, leading process improvements and new product launches.
Might not be for you. Requires 5+ years hands-on injection molding experience; not for early-career.
Core polymer roleDevelop, document, validate, and optimize injection molding processes; strong understanding of thermoplastic materials, resin behavior, tooling interaction
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- Associate
- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Industry
- General manufacturing
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
Are you an experienced plastics professional who enjoys solving complex molding challenges, improving manufacturing processes, and driving operational excellence? We are seeking a
Plastic Processing Engineer
to join a growing manufacturing team where you'll play a key role in process development, troubleshooting, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Competitive compensation: $85,000 - $110,000+
- High-impact role with visibility across the organization
- Opportunity to lead process improvements and influence manufacturing performance
- Collaborative environment focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous growth
- Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out for a confidential conversation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, document, validate, and optimize injection molding processes for new and existing products.
- Improve cycle times, reduce scrap, increase efficiency, and enhance process consistency while maintaining quality standards.
- Troubleshoot molding defects, downtime, and production issues using a root-cause approach.
- Support tooling development, material evaluations, resin trials, and process validation activities.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, tooling, suppliers, and customers to ensure successful outcomes.
- Assist with quoting tooling and parts while providing technical support during customer discussions.
- Evaluate molding machines, automation systems, robotics, and auxiliary equipment for performance and improvement opportunities.
- Provide technical training and mentorship to technicians, setup personnel, supervisors, and operators.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in plastic injection molding process development and troubleshooting.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with scientific molding, DOE, process validation, and capability studies.
- Strong understanding of thermoplastic materials, resin behavior, tooling interaction, and molding parameters.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
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