Location
Des Plains IL
Country
USA
Industry
BLOW MOLDING
Date Posted
7/05/2026

Process Engineer

Compensation: $110,000–$140,000 + Bonus

Overview

Our client is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer with strong extrusion blow molding experience to lead processing improvements and provide technical leadership within a growing plastics manufacturing operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, process optimization, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and optimize daily extrusion blow molding operations.
  • Troubleshoot molding, machine, and quality issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
  • Develop, document, and maintain standardized molding processes and machine parameters.
  • Support machine startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and process validations.
  • Improve cycle times, material utilization, quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
  • Monitor production metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Mentor and develop Process Technicians while helping build a strong technical culture.
  • Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production issues.
  • Promote a safe manufacturing environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of extrusion blow molding processing experience required.
  • Strong troubleshooting ability in molding processes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
  • Leadership experience supervising or mentoring technical personnel is preferred.
  • Experience developing and documenting molding processes.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office; ERP systems are a plus.
  • Injection molding or profile extrusion experience is considered an asset.

Preferred Experience

  • Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
  • Process optimization and validation.
  • Mold maintenance and process documentation.
  • Data analysis and manufacturing performance improvement.
  • Uniloy or Bekume equipment


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