Thermoplastic Process Engineer

Job Title: Thermoplastic Process Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Thermoplastic Process Engineer to innovate and optimize thermoplastic extrusion processes for both new and existing products. This role is crucial in supporting the development and scaling of multiple extrusion profiles and materials from prototype to production. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot processing issues and implement sustainable improvements, ensuring the highest quality and efficiency in production.

Responsibilities

• Optimize thermoplastic extrusion processes for new and existing products.
• Support the development of multiple extrusion profiles and materials, scaling from prototype to production.
• Troubleshoot processing issues and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Select, review, and validate tooling and die sets for new product launches.
• Lead tool and die design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance performance and longevity.
• Oversee remelting and reflow processes to ensure material consistency and reduce scrap.
• Apply scientific molding principles to establish robust, repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Execute process validation using statistical methods such as DOE and Cp/Cpk.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate, set up, and troubleshoot extrusion and molding equipment as needed.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience with thermoplastics manufacturing, including extrusion processes.
• Strong understanding of tooling and die design and selection.
• Hands-on experience with machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of scientific molding practices.
• Experience with statistical validation and process control methods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in developing new extrusion types.
• Ability to select, review, and validate tool and die sets.
• Proficiency in remelting and reflowing plastic products.
• Familiarity with tool design review and improvement standards.

Work Environment

The work environment comprises 60% time spent in the thermo lab and 40% on the manufacturing floor. Flexible work hours are available, with options such as 8-5, 9-6, or 7-4 shifts. While a few hours of overtime may be required, it is not excessive. The workplace fosters a community atmosphere with family events and team-building activities. Opportunities for career advancement, along with learning and professional development training, are plentiful. Employees enjoy benefits such as PTO, holiday pay, a 401k savings plan with employer match, flexible spending accounts, disability, AD&D, EAP, youth and discount programs, and educational reimbursement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jeffersonville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jeffersonville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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