Senior Plastics Manufacturing Engineer

2 weeks ago


Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Advance Services, Inc. Full time

Advance Services, Inc. is in search of a proficient Lead Plastics Engineering Specialist who possesses a practical mindset to deliver expert knowledge as part of the Manufacturing Engineering division. This position will focus on the forming and trimming methodologies, requiring experience in the forming (both vacuum and pressure) of thick gauge thermoplastics and design.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, acquire, install, and initiate new manufacturing assets for production
  • Conduct or oversee the execution of safety risk evaluations and safety lifecycle management during the development, installation, and initiation of new machinery and processes
  • Stay informed about industry standards and advancements in equipment and technology
  • Facilitate or coordinate technical training related to the forming and trimming of plastic components
  • Evaluate the training requirements of technical support personnel and create a strategy to address identified gaps
  • Lead and develop initiatives aimed at process enhancement to resolve specific challenges as they emerge
  • Employ the Plan, Do, Check, and Adjust framework for overseeing daily improvements (MDI)
  • Demonstrate the ability to identify improvement opportunities and compile a list of suggestions for annual operational enhancements
  • Implement lean methodologies (Kaizen) for process optimization

What We Provide

We appreciate our team members by offering:


• Competitive salary reflective of skills and experience


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans


• Generous 401k retirement savings and profit-sharing options


• Educational support and internal training opportunities


• Parental leave for both maternity and paternity

Relocation Assistance Available



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