Extrusion Process Engineer
Description
Develop and optimize thermoplastic extrusion processes for new and existing products. Support development of multiple extrusion profiles/materials, including scaling from prototype to production. Troubleshoot processing issues and implement sustainable process improvements. Select, review, and validate tooling and die sets for new product launches. Lead tool and die design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance performance and longevity. Oversee remelting and reflow processes to ensure material consistency and reduce scrap. Apply scientific molding principles to establish robust, repeatable manufacturing processes. Execute process validation using statistical methods (DOE, Cp/Cpk, etc.). Analyze production data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Operate, set up, and troubleshoot extrusion and molding equipment as needed. Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standards.
Skills
- Extrusion process
- Extrusion molder
- Extrusion machine
- Tool & die design
- Tool & die
- Remelting
- Reflowing
- Validation engineering
- Thermoplastic
- Scientific molding
- Melting
Top Skills
- Extrusion process
- Extrusion molder
- Extrusion machine
- Tool & die design
- Tool & die
- Remelting
- Reflowing
- Validation engineering
- Thermoplastic
- Scientific molding
- Melting
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with thermoplastics manufacturing, including extrusion processes
- Strong understanding of tooling and die design/selection
- Hands-on experience with machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of scientific molding practices
- Experience with statistical validation and process control methods
Requirements
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
About the Role
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jeffersonville, IN. The pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jeffersonville, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), Short and long-term disability, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
Requirements
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.