PLASKOLITE · 1 day ago
Polymer Process Engineer
Olive Branch, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPlaskolite is North America’s leading manufacturer of thermoplastic sheet. The Polymer Process Engineer will oversee the daily operations of polymerization units, ensuring product quality and compliance with safety standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Develop, optimize, and document polymer manufacturing processes and procedures to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput
Read, interpret and develop process P&ID’s and relevant engineering drawings
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for process deviations or quality nonconformances
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation for consistent and repeatable production practices
Monitor and troubleshoot processing challenges related to polymer rheology, temperature control, mixing, material handling, and equipment malfunctions
Understand and navigate process control systems, such as the DCS (DeltaV, etc…)
Work closely with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with product specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles across production lines
Partner with the Maintenance and Engineering teams to evaluate equipment performance, recommend upgrades, identify process concerns, prioritize projects, and ensure process reliability
Participate as engineering team member to execute annual maintenance shutdowns
Coordinate with operations and procurement to maintain raw material inventories in compliance with regulatory and inventory governance
Develop and support capital projects by providing technical input on equipment selection, process design, and system commissioning
Provide training and technical guidance to production and technical staff on process best practices and troubleshooting methods
Collaborate with R&D and Product Development teams to scale up new materials and formulations from lab to full-scale production
Participate in cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives related to manufacturing excellence, sustainability, and new technology deployment
Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards in all process-related activities
Perform other engineering duties and special projects as assigned by leadership
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required; Chemical Engineering preferred
Two or more years of process engineering experience preferred; manufacturing experience a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, delegate, multitask, and work within established deadlines
Working knowledge of Plaskolite's polymerization manufacturing process
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work safely in a manufacturing environment
Capable of prioritizing multiple projects under limited supervision
Company
PLASKOLITE
Plaskolite is a leading manufacturer of innovative thermoplastic solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-12-17Private Equity
Leadership Team
Michael Gilbert
President and Chief Executive Officer
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