Blow Mold Process Engineer—Process Optimization Pro

Newell Brands; Winfield (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job ID: 17112

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Shift: Mon-Fri, 6a-2:30p

Job Summary

The Blow Mold Process Engineer Specialist provides advanced technical and process engineering support for blow molding operations. This role is responsible for developing, troubleshooting, documenting, and improving blow molding processes to support safety, quality, productivity, cost, uptime, and new product launch objectives. The position partners closely with production, maintenance, mold shop, quality, materials, automation, and engineering teams to stabilize processes, reduce downtime, improve cycle times, support mold trials, and drive continuous improvement across the manufacturing operation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and document blow molding process parameters for new and existing molds, machines, materials, and products.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to part quality, cycle time, material distribution, trimming, cooling, parison control, venting, flash, warpage, shrinkage, leaks, and dimensional variation.
• Lead or support mold sampling, first-piece inspections, process validations, production start-ups, mold transfers, and engineering changes.
• Use structured problem-solving methods, data analysis, and root cause investigation to improve process capability, reduce scrap, and increase machine uptime.
• Partner with production and technical teams to improve standard work, process sheets, set up practices, changeover performance, and operator troubleshooting guides.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, labor efficiency, cycle time reduction, automation, material usage, productivity, and cost savings.
• Assist with equipment, tooling, mold, robot, trimming, punch, cooling, and secondary operation improvements related to blow molding performance.
• Train and coach technicians, setup personnel, operators, and team leaders on proper processing practices, troubleshooting methods, and process discipline.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including process sheets.
• Communicate project status, risks, results, and recommendations clearly to plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support plant performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent hands-on blow molding experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in blow molding, plastics processing, process engineering, technical services, or manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Strong understanding blow molding processes, resins, tooling, parison programming, trimming, cooling, material handling, and secondary operations.
• Experience troubleshooting process and quality issues in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, root cause analysis, standard work, and process control methods preferred.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, product specifications, quality requirements, process sheets, and manufacturing data.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-through, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Applies strong blow molding process knowledge to solve complex manufacturing problems and improve process stability.
• Problem Solving: Uses data, observation, and structured analysis to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drives measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, delivery, productivity, and uptime.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with production, maintenance, quality, materials, tooling, automation, and engineering teams.
• Communication: Explains technical issues clearly, documents result accurately and presents recommendations professionally.
• Ownership: Demonstrates urgency, accountability, follow-through, and a hands-on approach to supporting plant needs.
• Safety and Quality Focus: Maintains process discipline while supporting safe work practices, product quality, and compliance requirements.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to production equipment, moving machinery, noise, heat, and seasonal temperature variation.
• Frequent time on the production floor observing processes, supporting start-ups, troubleshooting equipment, and working with cross-functional teams.
• May require standing, walking, bending, climbing, and occasional lifting consistent with site safety requirements.
• May require overtime, schedule flexibility, and support outside normal business hours during launches, trials, outages, or urgent production issues.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.