Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics & Injection Molding | $116K–$130K + Bonus | Orlando, FL

🌟 Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Engineer IV) – Plastics/Injection Molding Focus

📍 Location: Orlando, FL (On-Site)
✈️ Travel: Up to 40% (primarily to facilities in FL, KY, and PA)
💼 Level: Senior
💵 Salary Range: $116,160 – $130,680 USD
🎯 Bonus: 7.5% Target Annual Bonus
🎁 Signing Bonus: Negotiable
🚚 Relocation Package: Full Support Available
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Your Opportunity to Engineer Impact

Join a dynamic engineering team where you’ll lead complex capital projects and drive performance improvements across high-output plastics and adhesives manufacturing sites. Based in Orlando, this role combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership in project execution, supporting multiple state-of-the-art facilities across the Eastern U.S.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead large and small-scale engineering projects, overseeing all aspects from concept to completion.

• Act as the central point of contact for capital project execution, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to budget.

• Evaluate and implement advanced technologies in manufacturing processes; coordinate vendor engagement and equipment selection.

• Collaborate closely with Plant Engineers, Managers, and Maintenance Teams to optimize equipment reliability, safety, and performance.

• Contribute to maintenance excellence programs and support root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automated systems.

• Mentor maintenance teams and help assess and close technical skill gaps.

• Provide ongoing technical support and occasionally assist in day-to-day plant engineering operations.

What You Bring to the Table:

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Plastics preferred)

• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the plastics industry

• Hands-on experience with injection molding and/or profile extrusion

• Deep understanding of systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, PLCs, and automation

• Proven track record of leading capital projects and managing multiple priorities

• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, project management tools)

Nice-to-Haves:

• Familiarity with adhesives and sealants production

• Experience in multi-site engineering support roles

• Background in maintenance planning or reliability engineering

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Lead transformative projects that impact production performance across multiple states

• Work in a high-growth, innovation-driven environment

• Competitive compensation and growth potential

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Equity Opportunities

• Remote flexibility when not traveling or on-site

• Full relocation support for qualifying candidates

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

1. Initial conversation with a recruiter

2. Interview with hiring manager

3. On-site panel interview

If you're passionate about manufacturing innovation and ready to take your engineering career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you. Apply now to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Process Engineer III – Plastics & Injection Molding | $104K–$117K + Bonus | Winchester, KY or Orlando, FL

Process Engineer III

📍 Locations: Winchester, KY or Orlando, FL (Onsite Required)
🧳 Travel: Up to 60%
💼 Industry: Plastics Manufacturing / Packaging
🎯 Level: Mid-Level
💰 Base Salary Range: $104,400 – $117,450 + Bonus (~7.5%)
🎁 Signing Bonus & Relocation: Negotiable / Full Package
📈 Reports To: Sr. Director, Engineering - North America

About the Role:

We’re seeking a results-driven Process Engineer III to lead critical process improvements, optimize manufacturing controls, and manage capital projects in a fast-paced, technically advanced production environment. This individual will have a strong plastics and injection molding background and be instrumental in driving efficiencies and quality improvements at our Winchester, KY or Orlando, FL facilities.

You’ll be a key technical partner for operations leadership, engineering teams, and maintenance, helping shape how we innovate and scale sustainably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and execution of manufacturing control strategies to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.

• Drive capital project development: from writing CARs (Capital Authorization Requests) to project management through execution.

• Apply Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM tools to analyze and enhance production processes, reduce scrap, and improve product quality.

• Conduct in-depth process audits, develop corrective action plans, and lead implementation.

• Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams across both sites.

• Act as a technical trainer and mentor for line operators and technicians on new processes and standards.

Qualifications:

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent industry experience).

• Plastics industry experience is required.

• Injection molding experience is essential.

• Proven success managing and executing capital projects.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with a variety of production equipment.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in extrusion systems and associated equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to implement new processes and train personnel.

• Experience in continuous improvement, Six Sigma Green Belt or similar certifications.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $104,400 – $117,450

• Bonus: 7.5% target annual bonus

• Signing Bonus: Negotiable

• Relocation Package: Available

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, equity programs, and more

• Travel: Up to 60% domestic travel between sites

Company Culture & Perks:

Join a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions with over a century of industry leadership. Our team culture centers on innovation, integrity, and people-first values. As part of our engineering team, you’ll work with some of the best minds in manufacturing and contribute to building smarter, cleaner, and more efficient production systems.

We offer:

• A collaborative, growth-oriented culture

• Strong support for professional development

• Flexibility and autonomy to lead projects from start to finish

• A track record of investing in cutting-edge technology and employee well-being

Interview Process:

1. Initial Interview – Recruiter

2. Technical Interview – Hiring Manager

3. Onsite Panel Interview

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled process engineer with a plastics and injection molding focus to join a company that values technical innovation and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a high-impact role with growth potential, autonomy, and visibility, this could be the perfect fit.