Process Engineer - Platics Manufacturing - Vineland, NJ

Michael Page International

Vineland, New Jersey
15 days ago

$75,000–$95,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

The organization develops highly engineered products that serve critical industries where reliability and performance are essential. Job summary: Sector Engineering & Manufacturing, Sub Sector Production, Manufacturing, Where Vineland, Contract Type Permanent.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Vineland, New Jersey
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$75,000–$95,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Plastics Manufacturing Process Engineer

My client is a well-established plastics manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for innovation, quality, and operational excellence. The organization develops highly engineered products that serve critical industries where reliability and performance are essential. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement, professional development, and cross-functional teamwork. Significant investment is made in advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and process optimization.

Job Description

Develop, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes for injection molding operations. Support new product introductions, tooling launches, and production transfers. Conduct process capability studies and implement data-driven improvements. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and identify root causes of process variation. Collaborate with Quality, Production, Tooling, and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing performance. Support process validation activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols. Analyze production data to improve cycle times, reduce scrap, and increase efficiency. Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Train and mentor production personnel on process standards and best practices. Ensure compliance with quality system requirements and safety standards.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred. 3-5+ years of Process Engineering experience within plastics manufacturing or injection molding. Strong understanding of scientific molding principles and process optimization techniques. Experience with tooling, mold development, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of process validation methodologies, including IQ/OQ/PQ. Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or similar quality management systems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies preferred. RJG Master Molder certification or equivalent experience is a plus.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary package. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off and company holidays. Professional training and development opportunities. Career progression within a growing organization. Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Opportunity to work on impactful engineering and operational improvement projects.

Job summary: Sector Engineering & Manufacturing, Sub Sector Production, Manufacturing, Where Vineland, Contract Type Permanent.

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.