Description

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Sheet Extrusion leads all engineering activities supporting HDPE sheet extrusion lines producing flat sheets for downstream fabrication and building products. This role is accountable for sheet process stability, thickness control, flatness, throughput, and material utilization, while developing engineering standards and driving continuous improvement across all sheet extrusion assets.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the sheet extrusion engineering team supporting flat sheet lines
Own sheet extrusion process performance, quality, and output
Establish standards for gauge control, cooling profiles, and flatness
Lead new sheet gauges, widths, material blends, and product launches
Drive improvements in throughput, yield, and energy efficiency
Partner with tooling, electrical, and maintenance teams on die and line performance
Oversee process changes, material qualifications, and corrective actions
Develop engineers and technicians through coaching and mentoring
Support capital planning for sheet lines, dies, and downstream equipment

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Plastics Engineering, or equivalent experience
8–15+ years of thermoplastic extrusion experience, preferably HDPE sheet
Prior engineering leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of flat die design, cooling, and gauge control
Proven ability to lead multi-line, multi-shift operations

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Wide-sheet or structural HDPE sheet extrusion
Recycled material integration and thickness-critical products
SPC, CI, and process capability leadership
Capital equipment upgrades and line expansions

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