Plastics Engineer
Shape the Future of Our Manufacturing Processes
Are you passionate about polymer science, process optimization, and turning technical challenges in production success? Do you enjoy working hands-on in a manufacturing environment where your expertise directly impacts performance and profitability? If so, we invite you to join our team.
In business since 1960, we’ve built our reputation on producing high-performance precision parts for customers across virtually every industry. Our longevity reflects our commitment to engineering excellence, innovation and long-term customer partnerships.
What We Offer
· Excellent Employer covered Medical benefits
· 401k with company match
· 4 weeks Paid Time Off
What You’ll Do
- Lead and coordinate technical activities across plastics processing, product design, and industrial engineering.
- Optimize injection molding and/or other plastics manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cycle time.
- Support new product launches, including tooling validation, process development, and production readiness.
- Evaluate material selections, process parameters, and equipment capabilities to ensure manufacturability.
- Introduce innovative technologies and automation to increase productivity and reduce waste.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process or quality challenges.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, Quality, and Customer teams.
- Support plant layout, capital equipment evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, customer specifications, and industry best practices.
Education & Experience
· Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Plastics, Polymer, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field preferred.
· Two + years of related engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably plastics processing.
· Equivalent combination of education, hands-on experience, and technical training will be considered.
McPherson’s Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $77,254.47 - $93,037.64 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
