Manufacturing Engineer

POLYVANTIS GmbH; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits and 401k employer-contri

Paid holidays and vacation

Collaborative culture

Well-being programs

Job summary

POLYVANTIS GmbH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide daily engineering support for plastic film extrusion lines. You will focus on improving process reliability, product quality, throughput, and OEE while collaborating with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical teams.

The role requires a BS in a relevant field and at least 2 years in a chemical industry or manufacturing setting, with strong analytical and communication skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years in chemical industry or manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily engineering support for plastic film extrusion lines and related equipment.
• Monitor process performance to improve line stability, throughput, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot extrusion issues to minimize downtime and variation.
• Lead process optimization for temperature control, resin performance, line speeds, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical teams to resolve issues.
• Analyze trends and implement corrective actions.
• Support startup, shutdown, changeover, and trial activities for extrusion lines.
• Develop and standardize operating procedures and process settings.
• Lead root cause analysis for chronic issues and defects.
• Identify opportunities for upgrades and capital projects.
• Support training for operators on extrusion processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Job description

POLYVANTIS is a global, multi-material leader with some of the most iconic brands in the industry, including PLEXIGLAS and ACRYLITE for polymethylmethacrylate semi-finished products, and LEXAN for polycarbonate sheets and films.

With approximately 1,500 employees and 15 production sites worldwide, we combine global scale with deep application expertise. We serve customers across air and rail, automotive, building and construction, electrical and electronics, healthcare, security, lighting, and signage markets—delivering innovative sheet, film, and profile solutions that enable performance, safety, and design excellence.

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing daily engineering support to site Production Teams with primary focus on plastic film extrusion equipment, processes, and performance. This role works to optimize extrusion operations by improving process reliability, product quality, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily engineering support for plastic film extrusion lines and related auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor and analyze process performance to improve line stability, throughput, yield, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot extrusion process issues, equipment constraints, and operating inefficiencies to minimize downtime and process variation.
• Lead process optimization initiatives focused on temperature control, gauge consistency, resin performance, line speeds, and waste reduction.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical teams to resolve process and equipment-related issues.
• Analyze process trends and operating data to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Support startup, shutdown, changeover, and trial activities for extrusion lines.
• Develop, update, and standardize operating procedures, process settings, and engineering documentation.
• Lead root cause analysis for chronic process issues, product defects, and equipment performance problems.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities for equipment upgrades, process improvements, and capital projects.
• Support technical training for operators and craft personnel on extrusion processes, equipment operation, and troubleshooting best practices.
• Ensure process and equipment changes are properly managed through Management of Change (MOC), Temporary MOC (TMOC), and risk assessment processes.
• Support compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements for extrusion operations.
• Collaborate on preventive and predictive strategies that improve extrusion equipment reliability and overall manufacturing performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical engineering or related industrial Field
• At least 2 years working chemical industry or manufacturing related environment
• Good organizational skills
• Able to communicate well in both open presentation and written report conditions
• Focus on analysis and problem solving

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Sitting, remaining in a seated position. Alternating sitting or standing at will, lifting or carrying, Pushing or pulling, reaching overhead, reaching below shoulder level, keyboarding, climbing ramps or stairs. Other office environment activities.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday – Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

What We Offer

We listen: Your ideas along our corporate values of creativity, openness, responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit are important to us.

• Coverage: Full benefits and 401k employer contributions
• Work-life-balance: Paid holidays, vacation and generous sick time off
• Culture: A collaborative environment where employee feedback is valued and actively shapes how we work
• Well-being: Programs and resources that support your physical, mental and financial well-being

...and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.

You don't meet all the requirements? No problem - for us, it's not just about certificates, professional qualifications and previous experience, but also about personal development potential.

POLYVANTIS seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.