Extrusion Process Engineer

Job Summary

The Extrusion Process Engineer is a mid-level professional responsible for the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of Plaskolite’s extrusion manufacturing processes. This position operates with a high degree of technical expertise in extrusion processing while assisting the daily operation of the process. This position utilizes the understanding of equipment operation, process control fundamentals, and data-driven problem solving to support the extrusion process. The Extrusion Process Engineer collaborates across functions – including Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety and R & D Teams – to maintain steady-state operations, troubleshoot equipment and production issues, identifying areas of continuous improvement, and help plan the execution of maintenance activities. This role is a key contributor to maintaining product quality, minimizing waste, and maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process deviations and quality nonconformances
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation for consistent and repeatable production practices
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Development teams to scale up new materials and products from trials to full scale production
• Ensure adherence to environmental, health and safety standards in all process related activities
• Develop and support capital projects by providing technical input on equipment selection, process design and system commissioning
• Participate and/or lead in cross functional teams to support strategic initiatives related to manufacturing excellence, sustainability and new technology deployment
• Provide training and technical guidance to production and technical staff on process best practices and troubleshooting methods
• Lead Maintenance and Engineering teams to evaluate equipment performance, recommend upgrades, identify process concerns, prioritize projects and ensure process reliability
• Identify, monitor and troubleshoot data to identify opportunities for productivity and quality gains
• Foster continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles across production lines
• Develop cost reduction initiatives by optimizing raw material usage and energy consumption

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering field 4-6 years of professional experience in industrial process engineering experience.
• Skills and Competencies: Strong working knowledge of Plaskolite’s polymerization manufacturing process. Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Effective communicator with ability to lead cross-functional teams. Skilled with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools. Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

About PLASKOLITE

PLASKOLITE is a global leader in manufacturing of engineering thermoplastics, including Acrylic, Polycarbonate, ABS, Olefin and PETG Sheet, Extruded Profiles and PMMA Polymers. Founded in 1950, by Donald Dunn and family, PLASKOLITE has a reputation for providing the highest quality products in the industry. Our innovative thermoplastic solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including glazing, safety shields, lighting, signs and point-of-purchase displays. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities throughout North America and Europe, Plaskolite delivers superior thermoplastic sheet, profiles, and polymers to the world through long-lasting customer relationships and hands-on customer service. PLASKOLITE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. If requested, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals where appropriate to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, so long as doing so does not create an undue hardship on the business.