Senior Process Engineer - Large-Format Molding Leader

Plastic Executive Recruiters; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career security with a multi-year backlog of orders

Influence in process creation

Work with advanced materials and technology

Job summary

Plastic Executive Recruiters is looking for a high-caliber Senior Process Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This pivotal role involves leading new product transitions, developing and standardizing manufacturing processes, and managing the validation lifecycle of tooling. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, and has substantial experience in compression molding and large-format parts.

You will influence production processes directly and work in a financially robust environment, surrounded by technology and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in compression molding.
• Deep experience with large-format parts and high-tonnage presses.
• Strong background in tooling validation and process window study.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of components from R&D to production.
• Develop robust molding processes and standards.
• Manage the validation lifecycle for complex tooling.
• Lead troubleshooting on the production floor.
• Utilize DOE and SPC methodologies to improve processes.

Skills

Compression molding

Tooling validation

Process optimization

Collaboration with production teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Plastic Executive Recruiters is looking for a high-caliber Senior Process Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This pivotal role involves leading new product transitions, developing and standardizing manufacturing processes, and managing the validation lifecycle of tooling. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, and has substantial experience in compression molding and large-format parts.

You will influence production processes directly and work in a financially robust environment, surrounded by technology and growth opportunities.