Senior HDPE Extrusion Production Engineer - Lean Expert

Tangentusa; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a highly skilled Production Engineer in Illinois. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in heavy gauge HDPE sheet extrusion. Key responsibilities include leading process development, training technicians, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and possess strong process optimization skills. This role offers a chance to contribute to innovative production practices in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in heavy gauge HDPE sheet extrusion.
• Strong knowledge of polymer processing principles.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC).

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and optimization for extrusion lines.
• Train and mentor operators on process control.
• Analyze production data for improvements.

Skills

HDPE sheet extrusion

Process optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Data analysis tools

Job description

A manufacturing company is seeking a highly skilled Production Engineer in Illinois. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in heavy gauge HDPE sheet extrusion. Key responsibilities include leading process development, training technicians, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and possess strong process optimization skills. This role offers a chance to contribute to innovative production practices in a dynamic environment.