Pouring Line Engineer

Carpenter Canada Co.; Riverside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. seeks a 1st Shift Pouring Line Engineer at our Riverside, CA plant. This entry-level role includes extensive training in polyurethane slab stock production and supervision of hourly staff.

You will liaise with management and production teams to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. The position requires a B.S. in Chemical, Chemistry, or Mechanical Engineering, 6–12 months of experience, and a hands-on, team-focused approach in a lean manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Six months to one year of experience.
• Willingness to work as a team member in a hands-on production environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and apply lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct supervision of hourly production personnel.
• Maintain daily communication with department management and plant personnel.
• Support supervision of production and personnel functions within the department.
• Help optimize material, machine, and manpower usage to ensure quality output.

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Lean manufacturing

Hands-on production

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

B.S. in Chemistry

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a 1st Shift Pouring Line Engineer at our Riverside, CA manufacturing plant. This position is an entry level position that will receive extensive training on polyurethane slab stock production. In this position, you will become familiar with the process, machinery, chemistry, and supervision of a polyether foam pouring process.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operational excellence. The Pouring Line Engineer will be expected to assist with the direct supervision of hourly production personnel. The Pouring Line Engineer is also responsible for maintaining daily communication with department management, production personnel, scheduling, quality, and plant management. This individual will be responsible for assisting with the supervision of production and personnel related functions within the department. Major challenges include the efficient usage of materials, machines, and manpower to produce a quality product.

Additional responsibilities of the Pour Line Engineer will include:

• Develops understanding of pouring line technology (example: machinery, PLC and formulations)
• Follows company standard operating procedures
• Participates in Pour Line projects
• Assist and interact with Reinhart Technical Center support group
• Physically assist equipment setup
• Contact and interact with suppliers
• Provides directions to hourly employees in the areas of production, quality, safety, and value of order.

Skills and Requirements:

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Six months to one year of experience.
• Willingness to work as a team member in a “hands‑on” production environment
• Ability to work successfully in an autonomous environment
• Capability to work under just‑in‑time and lean manufacturing theories.

This is an exempt, bi-weekly position. Starting range is $69,350/year

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Travel Required

No .

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