Plastics Engineer

Actalent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Plastics Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in supporting technology transfer and managing projects for injection-moulded components. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex production systems and collaborate with global suppliers, enhancing your skills in a dynamic environment. With a focus on process improvements and technical project management, you will contribute to innovative solutions in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. If you're passionate about plastics technology and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in complex production systems in plastics technology.
• Experience in industrialisation and production of integrated assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Support technology transfer from development to series production.
• Manage technical projects for injection-moulded components.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Plastics Technology

Technical Project Management

Injection Moulding

Process Improvements

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Plastics Technology

Tools

CAD Programs

Job description

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Job Description

As part of our Global Plastics Technologies team, you will support the technology transfer from development to series production.

You will be responsible for the plastic disposables of automated and manual platforms.

Technical project management of injection-moulded components (part specification, tool approval, sampling, series start-up, capacity planning) is also part of your tasks.

You will support suppliers in troubleshooting and process improvements through robust manufacturing methods.

International travelling to our global suppliers, especially in Europe and North America, can account for up to 20% of your work and is no obstacle for you.

Your profile

• You have successfully completed a degree in mechanical engineering / plastics technology or a comparable qualification.
• You have several years of practical work experience in the field of complex production systems in plastics technology.
• Experience in injection moulding of microfluidic components is advantageous.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical sector, chemical environment or GMP environment is an advantage.
• You have experience in the industrialisation and production of integrated assemblies in a controlled environment and with common CAD programs.
• You possess a high degree of self-motivation and a quick grasp of concepts.
• Business fluent in English with strong communication skills and a passion for interdisciplinary and intercultural collaboration.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Product Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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