Plastics/Process Engineer

NYCOA seeks an experienced Plastics/Process Engineer to join their team in Manchester, New Hampshire . As a Plastics/Process Engineer, you will be the go-to person for maintaining and enhancing performance in our unit operations, specifically our Extrusion Compounding Department. You will work closely with the Director of Operations and the Process Improvement Manager on both day-to-day production support and long-term projects aimed at boosting efficiency and quality. You will also collaborate with our R&D team on exciting scale-up projects and key process changes that shape the future of our production. The successful candidate will have a plastics or chemical-related engineering background, in addition to process improvement experience. A large portion of their experience will include performing root cause analysis, communicating findings, implementing corrections, and providing training/communications. Responsibilities Drive standardization. Resolve product variation issues and implement actions to generate consistent product quality outcomes. Evaluate process operations and develop optimization opportunities. Work with operations personnel to provide training on updated procedures and actions throughout the MOC process. Perform data analysis to drive continuous improvement actions. Evaluate process safety challenges and develop procedures or controls to mitigate process hazards. Interact with vendors and contractors as necessary to achieve process improvement goals. Production scheduling for compound operation. Extrusion compounding department oversight. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. Plastics engineering is strongly preferred. 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) with the ability to effectively interact and communicate with all departments and levels of the organization. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with knowledge and experience. NYCOA offers an excellent benefits package after 90 days of employment, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and sick time, and eligibility for 401(k) after 6 months. Employment Sponsorship and Relocation Employment sponsorship and relocation are not offered. NYCOA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nylon Corporation of America, Inc (NYCOA)