Polymer Process Engineer - Drive Productivity & Innovation

MYTEX Polymers US Corp; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MYTEX Polymers US Corp is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to optimize production, drive efficiency, and implement new technology across multiple sites in the United States. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, 5S, and collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in manufacturing, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and experience with quality management tools to support cost-reduction and productivity goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in automotive plastics or polymer manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and quality management software.
• Strong detail orientation and organizational skills; ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Improve existing manufacturing methods to increase productivity, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Drive process improvements in upstream equipment performance and implement standardized work instructions.
• Implement new technology to reduce line breakage.
• Work to increase output by 15–20% through new technology and efficiency gains.
• Analyze operational data and perform root cause analysis to resolve bottlenecks and equipment failures.
• Oversee processes and 5S standards to optimize production line performance.
• Assist in troubleshooting and coordinate with departments for new equipment installation.
• Present data and reports to senior management.
• Support CAPEX budgeting and equipment needs for capacity expansion.

Skills

Manufacturing process improvement

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

5S

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Quality management software

Job description

MYTEX Polymers US Corp is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to optimize production, drive efficiency, and implement new technology across multiple sites in the United States. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, 5S, and collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in manufacturing, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and experience with quality management tools to support cost-reduction and productivity goals.