Manufacturing Engineer

POLYVANTIS•Mount Vernon, IN

31d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer provides daily engineering support to site Production Teams, primarily for plastic film extrusion equipment, processes, and performance. The role optimizes extrusion operations by improving process reliability, product quality, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness. The position works closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical teams to troubleshoot process and equipment issues, improve line performance, support operating activities, and strengthen equipment reliability. It also supports safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance for extrusion operations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related industrial field.
At least 2 years of experience in a chemical industry or manufacturing-related environment.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in presentations and written reports.
Focus on analysis and problem solving.
Regular, predictable attendance and availability to work Monday through Friday during assigned hours, as well as other hours the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Provide daily engineering support for plastic film extrusion lines and related auxiliary equipment.
Monitor and analyze process performance to improve line stability, throughput, yield, and product quality.
Troubleshoot extrusion process issues, equipment constraints, and operating inefficiencies to minimize downtime and process variation.
Lead process optimization initiatives involving temperature control, gauge consistency, resin performance, line speeds, and waste reduction.
Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical teams to resolve process and equipment-related issues.
Analyze process trends and operating data to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
Support startup, shutdown, changeover, and trial activities for extrusion lines.
Develop, update, and standardize operating procedures, process settings, and engineering documentation.
Lead root cause analysis for chronic process issues, product defects, and equipment performance problems.
Identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities for equipment upgrades, process improvements, and capital projects.
Support technical training for operators and craft personnel on extrusion processes, equipment operation, and troubleshooting best practices.
Ensure process and equipment changes are managed through Management of Change (MOC), Temporary MOC (TMOC), and risk assessment processes.
Support compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements for extrusion operations.
Collaborate on preventive and predictive strategies that improve extrusion equipment reliability and overall manufacturing performance.