Polymer Extrusion Process Engineer - Lean & Kaizen

Zeus Company Inc.; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Industrial Products, based in Orangeburg, SC, seeks a Process Engineer to troubleshoot polymer extrusion processes, lead improvements, and support equipment startups. You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Design Engineering to optimize bottlenecks and implement best practices.

Ideal candidates have polymer extrusion background, a mechanical engineering degree, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Polymer extrusion experience preferred (injection/extrusion; medical device processes are a plus).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Lean manufacturing experience or certification preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Project management skills and a hands-on style.
• Kaizen, SPC, and TPM experience are valued.
• Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers to resolve ongoing production issues
• Assist in transition of new process developments
• Lead process optimization and continuous process improvement activities
• Start up new equipment and train operators
• Establish and maintain best practice operating procedures
• Work with Maintenance to ensure safe, continuous operation of extrusion equipment
• Work with design engineering staff to improve equipment performance and reliability
• Support and drive the Zeus Operating System Dimensions and Guiding/Supporting Principles

Skills

Polymer extrusion experience

Lean manufacturing

Process documentation

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Hands-on style

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Zeus Industrial Products, based in Orangeburg, SC, seeks a Process Engineer to troubleshoot polymer extrusion processes, lead improvements, and support equipment startups. You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Design Engineering to optimize bottlenecks and implement best practices.

Ideal candidates have polymer extrusion background, a mechanical engineering degree, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.