Extrusion Engineer
Compounding Solutions is a leading manufacturer of custom thermoplastic materials, primarily supporting the medical device industry. The materials we produce save and improve the quality of people’s lives.
For over 20 years, Compounding Solutions has sustained consistent growth by focusing on continuous improvement, investing in R&D and innovative technologies, maintaining a robust quality management system, and offering outstanding customer service.
We seek an Extrusion Engineer to support the rapid growth of our manufacturing capabilities. The Extrusion Engineer applies fundamental aspects of chemistry, materials science, fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer, process control and optimization, and general engineering principles to solve processing challenges and improve manufacturing quality and efficiency. This role requires a hands-on approach to operating machinery and strong communication within the Process Engineering team.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Technical assembly & disassembly of an extrusion lines
- Operating extruders and auxiliary equipment according to standard operating procedures
- Collaborating with Quality Assurance to continuously ensure products meet their specifications
- Maintain a clean & safe work environment
- Collecting and analyzing process measurements and maintaining detailed notes of observations
- Providing feedback and offering suggestions for process improvement
- Focusing on improving manufacturing metrics such as material yield, equipment utilization, and reject rate.
- Troubleshooting extrusion processes and rapidly communicating with Process Engineering team.
- Operating in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and prioritization of tasks.
Job Requirements
- BS Engineering/Technical Degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Chemical, or Material Science
- Ability to use machines & tools using in Extrusion Process
- Lift 45lbs, climb a ladder up to 10ft, walk and stand during entire shift
- Work in a manufacturing environment
Compounding Solutions, LLC
Specialty Compounder for Medical / Industrial Plastics Industry
258 Goddard Rd,
Lewiston, ME 04240
Tel: (207)777-1122
Fax: (207)777-1566
Benefit Conditions:
- Only full-time employees eligible
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
