Plastics Engineer - Thermoforming

Job Description

Job Description

Join MAKS Plastics in vibrant Elkhart, IN, as a Full-Time Plastics Engineer and unleash your potential in a dynamic, onsite environment! This position offers an incredible opportunity to innovate and push the boundaries of the plastics industry. With a competitive pay range of $60,000 to $90,000 per year, you will be rewarded for your expertise and dedication. In this role, you’ll collaborate with passionate professionals who share your drive for excellence and embrace innovation.

Your Plastics Degree will be instrumental as you develop cutting-edge solutions and products that make a tangible impact. The lively atmosphere and customer-centric culture at MAKS will keep you energized and engaged as you tackle exciting challenges every day. You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of a company that values your unique contributions and fosters personal growth in a thrilling career adventure!

A little about MAKS Plastics

At MAKS Plastics, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute their unique skills and perspectives. Our culture is built on the principles of innovation, continuous improvement, and mutual respect. We support professional growth and development through ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Make a difference as a Plastics Engineer

As a new Plastics Engineer at MAKS Plastics, you’ll dive into a fast-paced day filled with exciting challenges and opportunities for growth. Each day, Monday through Friday, you can expect to engage in hands-on problem-solving, collaborating with teams to develop innovative plastic products that meet our clients' needs. Your schedule will include conducting research, analyzing materials, and implementing design improvements while ensuring safety and excellence in all processes. You will leverage your Plastics Degree to evaluate production techniques and suggest enhancements, ensuring we meet and exceed industry standards.

Daily meetings will foster open communication, allowing you to share ideas and solutions in a relaxed yet high-performance environment. Prepare to document your findings and track project progress, ensuring that you remain customer-centric in your approach. Embrace this engaging journey where every day brings new opportunities to learn and innovate!

What matters most

To thrive as a Plastics Engineer at MAKS Plastics, a variety of skills are essential for success in this dynamic role. First and foremost, a strong foundation in engineering principles, paired with your Plastics Degree, will enable you to design and optimize products effectively. Analytical thinking is crucial; you’ll need to evaluate complex problems, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions. Strong communication skills are necessary for collaborating with team members and presenting ideas clearly to stakeholders. Being an empathetic listener will help you understand customer needs, ensuring that their expectations are met with excellence.

Additionally, a proactive attitude as an abundant thinker will foster creativity and encourage you to explore new possibilities in material applications and production processes. Finally, a commitment to safety and integrity in all operations will ensure you contribute positively to our customer-centric culture and maintain the quality standards MAKS Plastics is known for.

Make your move

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!