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Aegis Worldwide · 5 days ago

Plastic Manufacturing Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Aegis Worldwide is seeking a skilled Plastic Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on experience in injection molding to support and improve their manufacturing operations. The role focuses on cost reduction, process optimization, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety while working directly on the production floor.

Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Mallory Neidlinger

Responsibilities

Analyze existing injection molding processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination, and efficiency improvements

Optimize machine parameters, tooling, and cycle times to improve productivity and part quality

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Troubleshoot molding defects, process variability, and equipment issues

Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and tooling teams to implement process improvements

Support new product introductions, including process development, mold trials, and validation

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process documentation

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as scrap rate, cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

Evaluate equipment, materials, and vendors to improve performance and reduce costs

Qualification

Injection moldingProcess optimizationCost-reduction initiativesPlastic materials knowledgeTechnical drawings interpretationAnalytical skillsRoot-cause analysisProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or a related field

Proven experience working with injection molding machines in a manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of plastic materials, molding processes, and tooling

Experience with process optimization and cost-reduction initiatives

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and root-cause analysis skills

Company

Aegis Worldwide

Aegis Worldwide is a staffing agency that offers employment opportunities and recruitment services to job seekers.

Founded in 2004

Carmel, Indiana, USA

51-200 employees

http://teamaegis.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Devin Hussey, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Business Partner

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