Red Rover Recruitment
Plastics Engineer
Red Rover Recruitment - Wixom, Michigan, United States, 48393
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Key Responsibilities: Process Development & Optimization Manage new EBM facility project Set up and fine-tune EBM machines for HDPE bottle production (e.g., Bekum, Kautex, Jomar, Uniloy, or equivalent). Optimize parameters for parison programming, cooling cycles, trimming, and deflashing. Implement process improvements to enhance bottle consistency, reduce cycle time, and increase throughput. Mold & Tooling Management Provide technical input on blow mold design and venting, especially for complex bottle geometries. Lead mold changeovers and assist with first article inspections and mold trials. Collaborate with tooling suppliers to resolve mold wear, hot spots, and parting line flash issues. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Support Diagnose and resolve production issues such as uneven wall thickness, short shots, flash, leaks, or poor dimensional control. Partner with maintenance to ensure uptime of extrusion heads, die lips, and clamping systems. Quality & Compliance Monitor wall thickness profiles, bottle weights, and dimensional tolerances. Support quality assurance by ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO 9001, and customer specifications. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process control documentation. Sustainability & Cost Efficiency Drive material efficiency through light weighting, resin optimization, and cycle time reduction. Support integration of post-consumer recycled (PCR) HDPE without compromising bottle integrity. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related field preferred. 10+ years experience specifically with
extrusion blow molding of HDPE bottles . Strong hands-on experience with parison control, trimming systems, and deflash. Familiarity with machine platforms such as Bekum, Kautex, or Uniloy. Proficiency in troubleshooting molding defects and process deviations. Solid understanding of polymer behavior, especially HDPE and blends. Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), lean manufacturing, and root cause analysis. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Industries Chemical Manufacturing, Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Red Rover Recruitment by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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This range is provided by Red Rover Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Red Rover Recruitment Helping companies find the best qualified candidates in all fields | Trying to change lives
Key Responsibilities: Process Development & Optimization Manage new EBM facility project Set up and fine-tune EBM machines for HDPE bottle production (e.g., Bekum, Kautex, Jomar, Uniloy, or equivalent). Optimize parameters for parison programming, cooling cycles, trimming, and deflashing. Implement process improvements to enhance bottle consistency, reduce cycle time, and increase throughput. Mold & Tooling Management Provide technical input on blow mold design and venting, especially for complex bottle geometries. Lead mold changeovers and assist with first article inspections and mold trials. Collaborate with tooling suppliers to resolve mold wear, hot spots, and parting line flash issues. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Support Diagnose and resolve production issues such as uneven wall thickness, short shots, flash, leaks, or poor dimensional control. Partner with maintenance to ensure uptime of extrusion heads, die lips, and clamping systems. Quality & Compliance Monitor wall thickness profiles, bottle weights, and dimensional tolerances. Support quality assurance by ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO 9001, and customer specifications. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process control documentation. Sustainability & Cost Efficiency Drive material efficiency through light weighting, resin optimization, and cycle time reduction. Support integration of post-consumer recycled (PCR) HDPE without compromising bottle integrity. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related field preferred. 10+ years experience specifically with
extrusion blow molding of HDPE bottles . Strong hands-on experience with parison control, trimming systems, and deflash. Familiarity with machine platforms such as Bekum, Kautex, or Uniloy. Proficiency in troubleshooting molding defects and process deviations. Solid understanding of polymer behavior, especially HDPE and blends. Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), lean manufacturing, and root cause analysis. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Industries Chemical Manufacturing, Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Red Rover Recruitment by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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