Process Engineer

MRPC•Butler, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

MRPC is a leading manufacturer in the medical device industry, dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality products to our customers. We are seeking a skilled and driven Plastics Process Engineer to join our team and support continuous improvement, new product development, and optimized manufacturing processes. The Plastics Process Engineer will be responsible for developing, sampling, improving, and troubleshooting plastic injection molding and other plastic manufacturing processes. This role works closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure efficient operations, superior product quality, and cost-effective manufacturing.

Requirements

Associates degree or a Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in plastics processing, with a focus on injection molding.
Strong understanding of polymer materials, mold design, and processing equipment.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with scientific molding techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and document molding processes for new and existing products.
Troubleshoot production issues to improve efficiency, quality, and cycle times.
Lead process validations and capability studies to ensure compliance with standards.
Collaborate with tooling, maintenance, and design teams on mold design and improvements.
Support new product launches by establishing robust molding processes.
Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement initiatives.
Train operators and technicians on proper process and quality procedures.