Lead high-impact process improvements in advanced plastics manufacturing Own new product launches and capital projects from concept to production About Our Client This organization is an innovative manufacturing company recognized for its technical expertise and commitment to continuous improvement. Employees enjoy a collaborative environment where engineering-driven solutions, innovation, and operational excellence directly influence business success. Job Description Lead and optimize extrusion and plastics compounding processes to improve safety, quality, and productivity. Troubleshoot process, equipment, and material issues to drive sustainable manufacturing improvements. Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R D teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives. Support equipment startup, commissioning, validation, and qualification activities. Lead scale-up trials, qualification runs, and commercialization efforts for new products. Develop and maintain SOPs, process specifications, PFMEAs, and control plans. Manage capital projects and coordinate cross-functional teams to execute operational improvements on time and within budget. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Plastics, Materials, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. 5-8 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience supporting plastics compounding and extrusion operations. Strong knowledge of polymer processing, extrusion technology, and process optimization. Experience leading cross-functional technical projects and process improvement initiatives. Background with engineered thermoplastics, masterbatch, or specialty compounding operations preferred. Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, ISO 9001, DOE, SPC, and root cause analysis methodologies preferred. What's on Offer Highly visible role with ownership of critical manufacturing processes Opportunity to lead new product introductions and commercialization efforts Direct impact on operational performance, quality, and profitability Exposure to advanced extrusion technologies and specialty materials Collaborative environment with strong opportunities for technical growth