Senior Process Engineer – Rubber Compounding & Optimization

The Judge Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead process optimization, formulation development, and continuous improvement in a high-volume rubber compounding environment.

This role focuses on improving product consistency, reducing process variability, supporting production teams, and developing material solutions that meet customer requirements. Relocation package is available for qualified candidates outside the area.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or relevant chemistry field; polymer science preferred.
• Experience with rubber compounding, mixing, molding, extrusion, and curing processes.
• Knowledge of polymers, formulation ingredients, and quality testing methods.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with SPC and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Ability to collaborate across operations, quality, R&D, and customer-facing teams.

Responsibilities

• Optimize mixing processes, equipment settings, and operating procedures.
• Develop and modify formulations to meet performance and quality requirements.
• Analyze production data and implement process improvements that reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, laboratory, and commercial teams.
• Investigate and resolve processing and product quality issues.
• Support quality systems, documentation, and operator training programs.
• Evaluate raw materials, new technologies, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Promote Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Polymer Science, or Chemistry

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead process optimization, formulation development, and continuous improvement in a high-volume rubber compounding environment.

This role focuses on improving product consistency, reducing process variability, supporting production teams, and developing material solutions that meet customer requirements. Relocation package is available for qualified candidates outside the area.