About PRET Advanced Materials
PRET Advanced Materials, LLC is the U.S. operation of PRET Composites, a global supplier of engineered plastic compounds for the automotive industry. Our Johnsonville plant compounds nylon, PP, PC, ABS, and other polymers on twin-screw extrusion lines. With a recent $18.5 million expansion adding 74 new jobs in Florence County, we are growing our team. This position is being recruited by SteadyLine Staffing on behalf of PRET Advanced Materials.
The Role
The Process Engineer plans, directs, and improves the mixing and twin-screw extrusion of polymers and additives at our plant. You will be the go-to engineer for process and equipment problems, lead new equipment installs, and train the team to run them safely and well.
What You Will Do
- Plan and coordinate compounding of base polymers (nylon, PP, PC, ABS, and others) with additives on twin-screw extruders.
- Troubleshoot process and equipment problems with production managers and operators.
- Improve process capability and throughput while maintaining or improving quality.
- Set up and commission new equipment, prepare mechanical drawings, and train employees on proper operation.
- Lead equipment modifications that solve plant and production problems.
- Partner with Quality to meet and exceed customer requirements.
- Review operating costs and find cost-reduction opportunities.
- Research and recommend new manufacturing technology.
- Support a safe workplace: make sure procedures are followed, help with incident investigations, and recommend corrective actions.
- Manage your own KPIs and those of your staff, and help build a strong, positive team.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Polymer, or Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, plus 2+ years of hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing, twin-screw extrusion, or compounding; or an Associate degree in a related field plus 7+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Solid technical knowledge of production equipment and machinery.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred: Twin-screw compounding experience (screw design, feeders, pelletizing); AutoCAD or SolidWorks; Lean or Six Sigma training.
Schedule
Full-time, on-site. Based on production needs; may include rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime.
What We Offer
- $60,000–$80,000 per year, based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off
- Hands-on ownership of processes and equipment in a growing plant
How to Apply
Apply through this posting, or email your resume to our recruiting partner, SteadyLine, at hr@steadyline-sc.com with "Process Engineer" in the subject line.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PRET Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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