Process Engineer
Plasticade · Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States
PROCESS ENGINEER
Elk Grove Village, IL
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Lead daily molding operations, ensuring safe, efficient, & quality-focused production performance
- Supervise, train, & mentor process technicians to build team capability & accountability
- Troubleshoot & resolve machine, process, & product issues to minimize downtime & defects
- Develop, document, & maintain standardized molding processes & parameter controls
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including cycle time, scrap, & material usage reduction
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, & quality teams to resolve issues & improve processes
- Perform & support startups, shutdowns, changeovers, & process validations
- Monitor production metrics (weight, flash, thickness, scrap) & implement corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, & proper use of PPE
POSITION REQUIRMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3–5+ years of extrusion blow molding experience required (injection or profile extrusion a plus)
- Strong troubleshooting skills in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Proven leadership ability with experience supervising or mentoring employees
- Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office); ERP experience preferred
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools
- Experience with process optimization and documentation best practices
- Familiarity with mold maintenance, design considerations, and process validation
- Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvements
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to spend 90% of the day working or standing
- Ability to lift 50lbs. and move heavy items with the use of a crane or forklift and able to safely climb and move around machinery
- Frequent presence in non-climate-controlled, high-noise production & warehouse areas where appropriate PPE must be worn
- Pay: $110,000 - $140,000
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.