Project Engineer - Extrusion

5+ years of demonstrable plastic process engineering experience (RJG training a plus).

Experience with plastics manufacturing, pipe and profile extrusion, polypropylene, and polyethylene.

Hands-on experience in plastic extrusion and injection molding processes.

Mechanical knowledge of process set-up and molding equipment, including robotics, injection machines, molds, and heat control systems.

Knowledge of analysis tools: Six Sigma, Control Charting, Root Cause Analysis, Fishbone Analysis, Pareto Analysis, SPC.

Ability to read and interpret technical 2D and 3D drawings.

The annual base salary range for this role is from $110,00 to $130,000

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At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits.

*Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

Work safely in a manufacturing environment following all plant safety procedures.

Assist in part design reviews with an emphasis on DFMEA and good manufacturing processes.

Inspect, sample, and modify new tooling to create a stable process ready for production.

Assist the engineering team in transitioning new projects to manufacturing.

Implement continuous improvement projects focused on process, part quality, and efficiency, ensuring a solid ROI.

Provide hands-on support to the production floor, including troubleshooting molds, repairs, PM, and refurbishments.