Plastics Manufacturing Process Engineer

Butler Radio; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JSP International is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support our Detroit manufacturing operation. The role involves designing, testing, and implementing process improvements to strengthen product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

You will collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, plant leadership, and customers to solve problems, run trials, and turn successful results into sustainable operating practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 1–3 years of experience in plastics manufacturing or similar environment.
• Experience with process control, statistical methods, and manufacturing problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Monitor resin production and process performance to improve product quality and moldability.
• Plan and conduct manufacturing trials for new products, processing methods, equipment, and technologies; evaluate results against alternatives.
• Use statistical methods, DOE, and root-cause analysis to identify improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve extrusion/expansion issues and document standards.

Skills

Process Optimization

Statistical Methods

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Databases

Job description

JSP International is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support our Detroit manufacturing operation. The role involves designing, testing, and implementing process improvements to strengthen product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

You will collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, plant leadership, and customers to solve problems, run trials, and turn successful results into sustainable operating practices.