Process Engineer

Process Engineer The Company:For over 58 years, Placon has been a leading designer and manufacturer of custom and stock plastic packaging. With a diverse portfolio, Placon produces innovative retail packaging, quality thermoformed and injection molded food packaging, and protective packaging for medical devices. Sustainability has long been a focus at Placon. In 2011, we were one of the first thermoforming companies to integrate an on-site recycling center to convert post-consumer recycled bottles and thermoforms into our EcoStar® rPET sheet, which is then used to make new thermoforms. Headquartered in Madison, WI, Placon also has manufacturing sites in Elkhart, IN, Plymouth, MN, West Springfield, MA, and Wilson, NC. For more information, visit The Position:We're looking for a motivated, hands-on Process Engineer to join our team. In a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment, this position's responsibilities include:1) new product development, 2) support of capital equipment projects, 3) process troubleshooting, 4) continuous improvement. Reporting to the Material Development & Process Engineering Manager, this position's primary focus is ownership of Placon's extrusion process and material specifications. Placon's Process Engineers are strong troubleshooters with the ability to observe, analyze and document to continuously improve our operations. They also partner with our operations teams to reduce variability and improve production efficiencies using data. Employees in this role interface with most departments from operations to sales and are expected to learn, create, innovate, and collaborate. Qualifications:Eligible to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship Bachelor Degree in Chemical, Materials or Mechanical Engineering or similar degree2+ years of experience in plastics processing required, 5+ years of experience in sheet extrusion desired The Location:This position is located in Madison, WI. Why Should You Apply? Competitive compensation & benefitsProfit SharingExcellent growth and advancement opportunitiesGrowing family business with friendly working environment Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable). Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need. Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

Created: 2026-03-04