Process Engineer

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offProfit sharingSigning bonusProcess Engineer - Advanced Compounding & Color TechnologyWhy Us: Very trusted name for over 25 years Small, close-knit staff Very competitive pay Profit Sharing401kMedical, Dental Paid time offYearly Salary review with usual pay increase Pension PlanBonus Incentives About UsXPM Plastics Compounding LLC, a compounding facility focused on highly engineered industrial and medical applications, boasting a very wide range of first-class TSE capabilities, is seeking a highly technical and motivated Process Engineer to support formulation development, twin screw extrusion operations, color matching, and laboratory testing activities. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex processing challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.XPM is a subsidiary of TPE Solutions, a world-renowned thermoplastic elastomer supplier and formulator since 2004 (www.tpesinc.com). TPE Solutions, Inc. is a specialty thermoplastic compounder focused on developing highly engineered material solutions for demanding applications. TPE Solutions partners closely with customers to solve complex processing, performance, and color challenges through technical innovation, responsive development, and hands-on manufacturing expertise.Position SummaryThe Process Engineer will lead and support development, optimization, and scale-up of thermoplastic compounds using twin screw extrusion technology. This position requires a strong understanding of polymer processing, color science, material testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing process improvement.The ideal candidate is analytical, hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both in the lab and on the production floor.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and optimize thermoplastic formulations and processing conditions Operate and troubleshoot twin screw extrusion systems Support scale-up from laboratory to commercial production Perform highly technical color matching for customer-specific applications Analyze processing data and recommend improvements for quality and efficiency Conduct laboratory testing including: Physical and mechanical testing Melt flow analysis Density and hardness testing Color and spectrophotometer analysis Moisture analysis Thermal testing and evaluation Investigate product quality issues and implement corrective actions Collaborate with production, quality, sales, and customers on technical projects Maintain detailed formulation, processing, and testing documentation Assist with raw material evaluations and additive selection Support continuous improvement initiatives and process validation activities QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or related field 3+ years of experience in plastics compounding or polymer processing preferred Strong experience with twin screw extrusion required Experience with thermoplastic elastomers, engineered thermoplastics, or specialty compounds preferred Color matching and color science experience strongly preferred Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment and analytical methods Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills Ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously Excellent communication and organizational skills Hands-on manufacturing mindset with strong attention to detail Preferred Technical ExperienceTwin screw extrusion process development Thermoplastic compounding Color concentrate development Spectrophotometer and color analysis software DOE/process optimization methodologies Additives and filler technologies FDA, UL, automotive, or medical material requirements Statistical analysis and SPC methodologies What We OfferCompetitive compensation Health and retirement benefits Opportunity to work on highly technical and innovative material solutions Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment Career growth within a specialized and growing organization ApplyInterested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant technical and processing experience.