Extrusion Process Lead

Hexcel Corporation•Amesbury, MA

2d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of composite materials and industrial fabrics. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.” Hexcel is currently seeking a Extrusion Process Lead for our Amesbury, MA location. Compensation: $27.04-$30.16 per hour. The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations: Lead and coach a team of 5+ production operators, ensuring daily manufacturing goals are met Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain single-screw and twin-screw extruders for profile, sheet, and compounding applications Perform setup and breakdown of extrusion/injection mold equipment and tooling, including die/mold design and prove-out Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, and Quality to meet cost, quality, delivery, and safety targets Support process engineers in developing and refining extrusion profiles and compounding programs Maintain and update process documentation, setup sheets, and SOPs Write clear, concise work instructions for operators to ensure consistent and safe execution of tasks Use Microsoft AX and Apriso systems to update Bills of Materials (BOMs), production routes, and process flows Promote a “Safety First” culture through daily Positive Safety Engagements Maintain 5S standards in equipment layout and workspace cleanliness Collect and analyze process data using statistical tools (e.g., SPC, DOE) to optimize extrusion parameters Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in thermoplastics extrusion, injection mold and/or compounding operations Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills Familiarity with extrusion die design and thermoplastic material behavior Experience with 5S, lean manufacturing, and safety engagement practices Proven leadership or team coordination experience in a production setting Proficiency in Microsoft AX and Apriso for manufacturing data management Ability to write and maintain operator-level work instructions and process documentation Use CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to review or modify tooling designs Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry. Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class. Click here for more information about working at Hexcel! Hexcel Corporation (NYSE: HXL) is a leading advanced composites company with about 5,500 people working at locations around the globe and 2023 revenues of $1.789 billion. Hexcel develops, manufactures and markets lightweight, high-performance structural materials including carbon fibers, reinforcements, prepregs, honeycomb, matrix systems, adhesives and composite structures used in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial applications. If you are having difficulty applying and need assistance, please email: [email protected]

Requirements

3+ years of experience in thermoplastics extrusion, injection mold and/or compounding operations
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with extrusion die design and thermoplastic material behavior
Experience with 5S, lean manufacturing, and safety engagement practices
Proven leadership or team coordination experience in a production setting
Proficiency in Microsoft AX and Apriso for manufacturing data management
Ability to write and maintain operator-level work instructions and process documentation
Use CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to review or modify tooling designs
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens.

Responsibilities

Lead and coach a team of 5+ production operators, ensuring daily manufacturing goals are met
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain single-screw and twin-screw extruders for profile, sheet, and compounding applications
Perform setup and breakdown of extrusion/injection mold equipment and tooling, including die/mold design and prove-out
Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, and Quality to meet cost, quality, delivery, and safety targets
Support process engineers in developing and refining extrusion profiles and compounding programs
Maintain and update process documentation, setup sheets, and SOPs
Write clear, concise work instructions for operators to ensure consistent and safe execution of tasks
Use Microsoft AX and Apriso systems to update Bills of Materials (BOMs), production routes, and process flows
Promote a “Safety First” culture through daily Positive Safety Engagements
Maintain 5S standards in equipment layout and workspace cleanliness
Collect and analyze process data using statistical tools (e.g., SPC, DOE) to optimize extrusion parameters