Materials Engineer, Extrusion

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place to build a career in El Paso, TX.

We are currently seeking a Materials Engineer, Extrusion to join our team

In order to grow and build a successful career at The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Hands on analysis of plastics extrusion process including machine, material, and human interface through direct observation, statistical analysis.

• Uses statistically bound methodologies (DOE, QFD, FMEA) to optimize materials and process development and ensure a stable manufacturing process.

• Use Pro E/Creo as a design tool to develop and improve manufacturing machinery, user interfaces and to improve the extrusion process.

• Oversee the integration of newly developed processes and equipment into the current manufacturing process, evaluate results and in ensure improvements in manufacturing are maintained.  Includes vendor management and implementation of extrusion equipment from specification through installation and process qualification.

• Machine design and tooling design improvements.

• Guide and supervise technical staff members and manufacturing personnel during the material and / or process development process and ensure work is done correctly and safely.  Includes creation of operating procedures, process setups, quality documentation and product specifications.

• Oversee, and or conduct, product hydraulic performance testing and material physical properties testing. May include both hands on testing and directing activities of lab test technician.

• Provides direct production support, as required, for production processes in El Cajon. Provides remote production support, and periodic direct production support as required to Toro manufacturing sites in Texas, Florida, and global locations. 

• Performs other required duties as needed in addition to the essential duties and responsibilities described above.

• The full job description will be provided to the final candidate at the point of the offer.

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Other Job Dimensions:

Works with product development, extrusion process development and improvement teams to assess project scope and determine project schedule and budgets. Develop a plan of action that meets time, cost, and quality needs as part of organizing and leading project teams within R&D, and cross functionally (Operations, Process Engineering, Quality, Product Management).  Ensures that projects are developed, planned, designed, tested and produced in an efficient and profitable manner. Applies knowledge to analyze processes, recommend changes, and implement improvements that may be either mechanical, human interaction, or both. Interact with, and manage the work assignments of both internal and external resources. Receives work direction from Principal Engineer, Materials - MAG Lab Manager and, if so assigned, receives work direction from Toro product development Principal Engineers.

What do you need?

To be considered for this position, an individual must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree concluded - Plastics Engineering, Polymer Chemistry or Mechanical Engineering.

• Materials Engineer III: 4-6 years of experience in a similar position

• Materials Engineer IV: 7+ years of experience in a similar position

• Extrusion, plastics and polymer experience.

• Communication skills at all levels.

• Microsoft Office

Preferred Requirements:

• Plastics machinery.

• Lab testing.

• 10+ years total experience within plastics industry

• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.

Other Job-Related Components:

• (onsite support to other facilities up to 5% of time).

What Can We Give You?    

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at our El Paso location a variety of perks, including: 

• Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment. 

• Wellness - TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees. 

• Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. 

• Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between ​$88,500​ - ​$127,200​. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the app, formerly the Even app.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.