Production Engineer

Support daily production, improve processes, and maintain consistency in manufacturing high-performance engineering plastics. You'll work alongside our team to ensure every batch meets our precision standards.

Delaware, United States

On-site role

Full time

John Miller

Material properties

Industry applications

Material selection

Engineering innovation

About the role

The Production Engineer plays a key role in maintaining stable manufacturing processes at Quantum AEP. This role focuses on ensuring daily production runs smoothly, supporting operators, reviewing process deviations, and helping improve reliability and efficiency across extrusion, annealing, and inspection workflows.

Key responsibilities

Monitor daily production and ensure processes follow standard operating procedures
Identify issues in extrusion, annealing, or material handling and support the team in resolving them
Work closely with operators to maintain consistency in process parameters
Assist with root-cause analysis for production deviations and quality concerns
Document process observations and update logs or checklists as required
Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure uninterrupted operations
Support implementation of process improvements and equipment upgrades
Ensure safety, housekeeping, and discipline are maintained on the shop floor

What you will be measured on

Adherence to process parameters and documentation accuracy
Stability of daily production output
Responsiveness to issues raised by operators or supervisors
Quality of deviation analysis and corrective actions
Contribution to process improvement initiatives
Reliability, punctuality, and consistency in daily responsibilities

Skills

What we're looking for

Core competencies required for this position

Must have

Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering
Understanding of manufacturing processes or industrial shop-floor operations
Ability to follow documented procedures and maintain accurate records
Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach
Discipline, responsibility, and attention to detail
Ability to work in a structured environment with clear process expectations

Nice to have

Experience in plastics, extrusion, machining, or process industries
Knowledge of basic quality tools (5 Why, Pareto, fishbone analysis)
Familiarity with machine parameters and process troubleshooting
Comfort with working in shifts (if required for the role)

Life at Quantum AEP

Where discipline, clarity, and hands-on learning shape every day

Culture

How we hire

We review every application carefully. Your resume, cover letter, and background tell us if you understand precision and engineering discipline.

Step 1

Application review

Our team reviews your resume to understand your experience, skills, and fit for the role. If your profile matches what we’re looking for, we’ll reach out to schedule a conversation. We review every application carefully.

Step 2

Initial conversation

A short phone/video call where we discuss your background, interest in the role, and basic expectations such as shift availability, responsibilities, and work environment. This helps us understand whether the role is a mutual fit before moving forward.

Step 3

Technical interview

You'll visit our facility and work through a technical scenario. We show you our equipment, discuss real production challenges, and see how you think through material and process problems.

Step 4

Offer and start

If we're aligned, we extend an offer. You'll begin onboarding with full access to our technical team, equipment training, and the documentation you need to succeed.

Application

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Send us your resume and tell us why you're interested

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