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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Polymer Extrusion
Are you a hands-on engineer with a passion for supporting manufacturing and a knack for automation? PeopleShare is seeking an experienced Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our client's team in the Portland, OR area. This is a great opportunity to be a key technical resource, working directly on the manufacturing floor to introduce, maintain, and troubleshoot cutting-edge equipment, with a focus on automated cutting and polymer extrusion. We're looking for a proactive problem-solver with strong mechanical skills to drive process improvements and support business objectives.
Job Details: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Wilsonville, OR (Portland area)
Pay Range: $100k-$125k
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
Position Responsibilities: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Serve as the technical expert for manufacturing processes related to polymer extrusion and heat shrink tubing production.
Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
Lead cost reduction and process improvement projects using lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Manage and execute process validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and create related technical documentation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve key business goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Position Requirements: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in the medical device industry.
Proven track record of successfully completing projects that deliver tangible business results.
Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience supporting manufacturing equipment.
Experience with polymer processing, including extrusion and molding, is highly recommended.