Extrusion Process Engineer / Plastics Engineer

Job Description : Extrusion Process Engineer / Plastics Engineer

Fusion Optix, a leading manufacturer in the field of advanced lighting solutions, is seeking a talented and skilled engineer to join our Extruded Optics production team, focused on production of light management optics and linear functional profiles. The successful candidate will play an important role, utilizing your expertise in extrusion processes and materials to develop and optimize production methods. You will also contribute to continuous improvement, LEAN and new product development. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated engineer with a passion for manufacturing, engineering, innovation, and delivering high-quality products to grow and build a successful career.

Responsibilities :

• Daily setup and optimization of extrusion equipment for manufacturing optical profiles and linear optics, ensuring operators can meet consistent quality and meeting production targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to select and develop materials suitable for extrusion processes, considering performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Troubleshooting and resolving any process-related issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Implement process monitoring systems to ensure real-time control of critical variables, identify deviations, and take corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and optimize efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement, and drive implementation through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with relevant teams.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure adherence to specifications and standards, including conducting regular inspections, measurements, and tests.
• Maintain accurate records of process parameters, experiments, and results. Prepare reports on process performance, yield, and efficiency for management review.
• Collaborate with R&D, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to translate product requirements into manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless transfer from design to production.
• Provide technical support to operators and technicians involved in extrusion processes, ensuring their understanding of processes and equipment.

Qualifications :

If you are a dedicated and innovative engineering professional with a passion for extrusion processes and manufacturing excellence, we encourage you to apply for the position of Extrusion Process Engineer at Fusion Optix. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge lighting solutions that will shape the future of the industry.

About Fusion Optix :

We believe that Bright Minds Make Light Work™. Since 2003, our team of innovators, engineers, and creators has been revolutionizing the way the world experiences light. From our headquarters in Woburn, MA, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge LED components and modules that power lighting solutions in homes, businesses, and critical industries like science, medicine, aerospace, and the military.

Our mantra, Bright Minds™, reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and excellence. We are more than a workplace—we're a team of diverse, driven individuals united by a passion for innovation and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional results. We value growth and celebrate our people. By promoting from within and rewarding outstanding work, team contributions, and commitment, Fusion Optix ensures that talent and dedication never go unnoticed.

Our compensation and benefits are crafted to attract and retain the best. In addition to competitive base salaries, we offer quarterly bonuses, profit-sharing opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including : a Fidelity 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match. The Gradifi program, helping employees pay off student loans or save for their children’s education.

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life, and disability coverage—with 100% of premiums covered for individuals.

We are proud to be recognized as a leader in innovation and growth. We’ve been named one of Red Herring's Top 100 Most Innovative Companies in the Americas and featured in Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing manufacturing companies in the U.S.. Our patented technologies are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic brands and can be found in over 40 countries worldwide. If you’re ready to bring your Bright Mind™ to a team that’s transforming the lighting industry, we want to hear from you!