Manufacturing Process Engineer - Polymers - Morristown, NJ

This role supports and optimizes plastics extrusion operations while contributing to applied R&D and engineered product development. You will work closely with production teams to improve processes, enhance quality systems, and support customer-driven manufacturing solutions.

Client Details

This organisation is a specialist manufacturer of high‑performance polymer products serving highly regulated, technology‑driven industries. It operates from an ISO‑certified facility and is known for deep technical expertise and long-term customer partnerships. The business is family-owned, with a collaborative culture and short decision-making lines. Engineers are encouraged to be hands-on and commercially aware. Continuous improvement and innovation are central to how the company operates.

Description

• Support and improve plastics extrusion processes through hands-on troubleshooting
• Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures
• Evaluate, maintain, and calibrate quality control and measurement equipment
• Work with operators to reduce scrap and improve consistency and throughput
• Translate customer requirements into practical manufacturing solutions
• Support engineered product builds, including custom heat exchanger projects
• Contribute to applied R&D on new materials and processing methods

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
• 2+ years' experience in plastics extrusion or a similar manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality control methods and inspection tools
• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving on the shop floor
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production and management teams
• Experience with process improvement or lean manufacturing is beneficial

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation and long-term career development potential
• Broad exposure across manufacturing, quality, and R&D activities
• High-impact role with visible influence on operations and outcomes
• Collaborative, low‑bureaucracy working environment
• Opportunity to develop expertise in advanced polymer applications

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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