Senior Plastics Processing Engineer

Company: Atkore International
Location: Eugene
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionSenior Plastics Processing Engineer
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Senior Plastics Processing Engineer based in Dallas, TX. This person will be responsible for analyzing equipment, processes and materials to maximize production efficiencies across 15 manufacturing sites.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 10 years of experience in plastic pipe extrusion. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.
What you'll do:

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• Maximize the OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) of the extrusion processes
  
• Compare production lines across the business to identify variations in process capabilities, identify best-in-class processing for a given product, and create systems to repeat that at all plants.
  
• Assist operations with developing and maintaining high quality process documentation.
  
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain departments to achieve production goals.
  
• Support operations and sales to develop manufacturing processes for new products
  
• Provide hands-on support at the operating site level.
  
• Complete other duties as assigned by Management.
  
  What you'll bring:
  
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  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related engineering/technical field preferred
    
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in plastic extrusion and related equipment with a focus on PVC and/or HDPE pipe products.
    
  • Excellent theoretical and practical understanding of all aspects of the pipe extrusion process including blending, plasticization, dies, cooling, cutting, belling, and packaging.
    
  • Strong leadership, organization and time management skills to meet project deadlines.
    
  • High skill level in use of Microsoft Suite and CAD
    
  • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of operations
    
  • Must have sound judgment and discretional skills and be able to work with little supervision.
    
  • Must be able to consistently work under pressure and simultaneously prioritize multiple projects.
    
  • Must be to work with sensitive and confidential material.
    
  • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.
    
  • All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
    
    Within 3 months, you'll:
    
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    • Complete your Atkore immersion program.
      
    • Understand how your job and performance will help deliver Atkore's strategy.
      
    • Gain an understanding of your co-workers, facility, and team.
      
      Within 6 months, you'll:
      
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      • Independently execute projects according to projects timetable and establish daily or weekly schedules to meet project timetable.
        
      • Evaluate OEE for key products at multiple plants. Develop short term and long term plans for improvements
        
      • Being showing OEE improvement for key products
        
      • Begin operator training to sustain improvements
        
        Within 12 months, you'll:
        
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        • Realize positive step changes in OEE across multiple plants using a combination of process and machinery improvements
          
        • Develop process documentation, procedures, and training materials to sustain improvements
          
        • Train operators and evaluate effectiveness
          
          Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
          Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
          As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $90,720 - $124,740. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.
          Benefits available include:
          
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          • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
            
          • Life insurance
            
          • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
            
          • 401k
            
          • Paid Time Off
            
          • Paid holidays
            
          • Any leave required under federal, state, or local law
            
            Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
            Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
            
            Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
            
            This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
            For further information, please review the notice from the Department of Labor.

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