Plastics/Process Engineer

Midwest Startups; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYCOA in Manchester, NH seeks an experienced Plastics/Process Engineer to maintain and enhance performance in the Extrusion Compounding Department. You will collaborate with the Director of Operations and Process Improvement Manager on daily production support and long-term improvement projects, including scale-up with the R&D team.

The role requires a plastics/chemical engineering background with process improvement experience, including root-cause analysis, communicating findings, implementing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; plastics engineering strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) across all departments and levels.

Responsibilities

• Drive standardization across the extrusion compounding department.
• Resolve product variation issues and implement actions for consistent quality.
• Evaluate process operations and develop optimization opportunities.
• Provide training on updated procedures and actions during the MOC process.
• Perform data analysis to drive continuous improvement actions.
• Evaluate process safety challenges and develop controls to mitigate hazards.
• Interact with vendors and contractors to achieve process goals.
• Plan production scheduling for compound operation.
• Oversight of the extrusion compounding department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

NYCOA seeks an experienced Plastics/Process Engineer to join their team in Manchester, New Hampshire.

As a Plastics/Process Engineer, you will be the go-to person for maintaining and enhancing performance in our unit operations, specifically our Extrusion Compounding Department. You will work closely with the Director of Operations and the Process Improvement Manager on both day-to-day production support and long-term projects aimed at boosting efficiency and quality. You will also collaborate with our R&D team on exciting scale-up projects and key process changes that shape the future of our production.

The successful candidate will have a Plastics or chemical-related engineering background, in addition to process improvement experience. A large portion of their experience will include performing root cause analysis, communicating findings, implementing corrections, and providing training/communications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive standardization.
• Resolve product variation issues and implement actions to generate consistent product quality outcomes.
• Evaluate process operations and develop optimization opportunities.
• Work with operations personnel to provide training on updated procedures and actions throughout the MOC process.
• Perform data analysis to drive continuous improvement actions.
• Evaluate process safety challenges and develop procedures or controls to mitigate process hazards.
• Interact with vendors and contractors as necessary to achieve process improvement goals.
• Production scheduling for compound operation.
• Extrusion compounding department oversight.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineeringrequired. Plastics engineering isstrongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operationspreferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) with the ability to effectively interact and communicate with all departments and levels of the organization.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

Competitive salary commensurate with knowledge and experience. NYCOA offers an excellent benefits package after 90 days of employment, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and sick time, and eligibility for 401(k) after 6 months.

Employment sponsorship and relocation are not offered.

NEXT STEPS IN OUR PROCESS

After applying, selected candidates will be contacted and asked to complete a proctored online assessment. A passing score is required to move forward to the interview and plant tour stage.

ABOUT US:

With over 50 years of specialty nylon polymerization and manufacturing experience, NYCOA is committed to providing world-class quality products, product development assistance, technical support, and superior service to each and every customer. NYCOA’s mission is to be the best in providing specialty Nylon solutions to meet our customers’ needs. Our team will create value through a commitment to quality, continuous improvement, customer focus, and innovation. Come join our team! NYCOA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce.