Process Engineer

• Plastics Manufacturing (Film and Compounding)
• Base Salary to 110k/year
• Los Angeles, CA Our client, a plastic film manufacturing organization, is seeking a Process Engineer to support production operations, process optimization, and new product development within a manufacturing environment.

This role is highly hands-on and requires direct involvement on the production floor to support process improvements and equipment performance.

Responsibilities:

Conduct processing trials including film extrusion, polymer compounding, and physical testing , followed by detailed technical reporting Optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and throughput during production and new product launches Identify and implement process improvements to reduce scrap, minimize setup time, and lower production costs Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams for troubleshooting and process stability Support equipment upgrades, process modifications, and new equipment installations Participate in process validation and product qualification activities Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve production issues Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and trial protocols

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Engineering or related field) or equivalent hands-on experience 7+ years of experience in plastics manufacturing , specifically within one or more of the following: Polymer compounding Film extrusion Plastics or polymer processing Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing/production environment with direct floor involvement Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies Experience performing process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives Ability to create technical documentation including process procedures, reports, and validation protocols Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Compensation:

Base salary in the 85k

• 110k/year range Health, dental, and life insurance benefits 401k program Relocation assistance available #INDALL