American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for an energetic driven Process Engineer for our Jefferson City, MO location. This position will spend 90% of their time on the plant floor and will report to the Plant Manager.
Responsibilities:
· Coordinate & run processing trials for both materials and product development
· Develop & run design of experiments
· Program robots for optimum cycle time and Training Production Staff as needed
· Lead troubleshooting and develop permanent corrective action for various product defects
· Lead continuous improvement teams for cycle time & scrap reduction
· Assist with production for startup, shut down
· Lead corrective action teams for root cause analysis and permanent corrective action procedures
· Analyze, develop and implement workstation layouts for labor optimization
· Other duties as assigned by Management
· Lead New Product Development APQP meetings
· Lead New Product/Customer Quote Inquires as required
Requirements
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in Plastic Engineering or related field
· Minimum of 2 years in processing engineering experience – Degree may be waived based on relevant experience
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· May participate in housekeeping, 6S, and/or in Lean activities
· Other duties and special projects as assigned by Management
· Must have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Expectations:
· Run a safe, clean operation which promotes zero accidents
· Follow all company procedures and policies
· Work well with all levels of employees and Management
· Work overtime as required to complete all required tasks
If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.
#1 Leader in Plastic Storage and Plastic Shelving
At American Plastics, we design and manufacture innovative plastic-injection molded products that make everyday life more organized, efficient, and durable. From household and garage storage to cleaning solutions, our products are built to perform and made to last, while being Made in the USA.
With state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, we’re proud to support our customers nationwide as a trusted, reliable partner.
Our extensive portfolio includes resin-based storage products, shelving systems, tool boxes, and workstations — many of which can be found at leading big-box and home improvement retailers. Driven by technology and inspired by innovation, we work hand-in-hand with our retail partners to create smart, functional solutions that meet the needs of today’s consumers.
