Polymner Process Engineer

Intercontinental Export-Import • Nesquehoning, PA

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About The Position

The Process Engineer intern at Westchester Plastics, LLC will support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes and procedures within an extrusion manufacturing facility. This role is designed for candidates with a background in engineering or science, particularly in plastics engineering or polymer science, and aims to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science, preferably in plastics engineering or polymer science.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in extrusion, machine design, polymer-related materials science, and chemical processes is a plus.
• Strong reasoning skills and ability to analyze problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in using a computer for data analysis, word processing, spreadsheet operation, email communication, and database management.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision toward attainment of goals.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Good judgment and ability to interact with hourly employees, co-workers, and managers at all levels, along with outside vendors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Document processes and procedures.
• Identify problem areas for improvement and present action plans to achieve desired results.
• Optimize processes in an extrusion manufacturing facility to improve run efficiencies, product quality, and reduce product defects and material waste.
• Track and maintain various process metrics.
• Supervise extrusion processes, including planning and scheduling.
• Research and recommend new equipment.
• Adapt existing processes to new materials to support new products.
• Interface with vendors and customers as required.
• Support the Operations group on a daily basis.
• Perform other tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree