Process Engineer

Process Engineer

The Process Engineer troubleshoots materials, processes, and tooling production issues in plastic extrusion environment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers to resolve ongoing production issues

• Assist in transition of new process developments

• Lead process optimization and continuous process improvement activities

• Start up new equipment and train operators

• Establish and maintain best practice operating procedures

• Work with Maintenance to ensure safe, continuous operation of extrusion equipment

• Work with design engineering staff to improve equipment performance and reliability

• Support and drive the Zeus Operating System Dimensions and Guiding/Supporting Principles

Qualifications

Prior experience in polymer extrusion preferred. Plastics experience (Injection / Extrusion) / Extrusion experience (Rubber, etc) / Medical device process is preferred

• 4 yr. Engineering Degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing Systems or Lean Certification preferred

• Able to understand and document a process accurately

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects

• Project management skills

• Continuous improvement, Kaizen, SPC, and TPM experience

• Team environment and independent working experience

• Black belt / six sigma desired

• Hands-on-style

Salary Range: $100-120K per year plus bonus

About Us

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world's leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high. Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives. Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages. At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in "Turning polymers into possibilities." Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision: Our Mission: Provide Solutions – Enable Innovation – Enhance Lives Our Vision: Working Together – Doing It Better Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?

Job Info

Job Identification 2125

Job Category Manufacturing & Production Engineering

Posting Date 06/16/2026, 06:49 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 134 Chubb Way, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, US