Process Engineer - Plastics Blow Molding
Core
Process Engineer specializing in plastic blow molding, optimizing production parameters, troubleshooting equipment, and implementing continuous improvement to reduce waste and costs.
Role type
Senior Process Engineer (Plastics Manufacturing)
Builds
Plastic packaging products via blow molding machinery
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Plastics / Packaging
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Plastic blow molding process optimization, PLC programming, mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulic/pneumatic system knowledge, root cause analysis, Lean manufacturing (Kaizen, VSM), equipment specification, operator training, data reporting
Preferred skills
Experience with Critical Process Equipment (CPE) programs, VQS deployment, cross-functional collaboration with reliability and quality teams
Technologies
PLCs, Microsoft Office suite
Responsibilities
Conduct process optimization trials and develop strategies to reduce variability and waste; troubleshoot machine maintenance issues and apply root cause analysis; lead training of plant operators on standard production execution; maintain Standard Operating Conditions (SOC) and track min/max ranges; collaborate with maintenance teams to establish CPE programs; drive A3 continuous improvement projects; prepare equipment specifications and place orders; document work practices and communicate them to colleagues.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
