Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Extrusion/Injection Molding Exp) at Cook Group, Bloomington, IN

Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Extrusion/Injection Molding Exp) at Cook Group in Bloomington, IN. Full-time. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Extrusion/Injection Molding Exp) Requisition ID 2026-18663 Posting Date 4 months ago (6/9/2026 11:15 AM) Job Location(s) Bloomington IN United States Job Locations US-IN-Bloomington Travel None Position Type Full Time Company Cook Polymer Technology Category Engineering Overview The Manufacturing Engineer 2 plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes for medical device products, and supports Operations in a way to assure a quality product is produced in a timely manner. The Manufacturing Engineer works with Operations, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to improve existing product designs and processes to increase throughput, decrease operational costs, or improve quality. Responsibilities • Develop, maintain, improve manufacturing and inspection processes/procedures. • Perform equipment and process validations and testing to internal procedures and/or external standards. • Develop cleanliness and environmental control processes and procedures. • Define equipment maintenance requirements. • Design and improve manufacturing and inspection equipment. • Assist with training manufacturing and QC operators, procurement, resolving issues with suppliers. • Assist with equipment instrument calibrations, performing process failure mode effects analyses and repairing equipment and tooling. • Work with Operations Managers and outside Vendors to create methods/machines to help with capacity of products. • Work with Product Development Engineers to develop processes for new products. • Work with Operations, Accounting, and Global Product Managers to increase profit margins of current products which do not meet company requirements. • Must maintain a positive and professional representation of the company. Perform all tasks in compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) to a competent and professional standard. · Provide engineering support to optimize manufacturing processes, minimize downtime, and improve product lead time. · Diagnose and repair process equipment and associated facilities to ensure reliable operation. · Evaluate, manage, and support Non-Conformance Records and Investigations (NCRs, NCIs), Change Requests (CRs), Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs), and Supplier Change Evaluations (SCEs) related to manufacturing processes, equipment, or products. · Implement new equipment and processes to drive continuous improvement and efficiency in the manufacturing environment. · Develop and implement methods to monitor and assess manufacturing processes for quality and compliance. · Perform process validation activities, including writing protocols and reports, as well as organizing validation tests. · Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to resolve non-conformances in the production line efficiently. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Manufacturing, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and other departments, to drive technical decisions and solutions. · Support production and quality teams in maintaining and improving quality and production objectives while adhering to established standards and regulatory requirements. · Liaise with external vendors and other Cook companies to ensure smooth collaboration and integration of new technologies. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field; at least 5-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Development Engineering • Knowledge of medical device regulations, pertinent standards and guidances • Knowledge of quality tools and principles • Experience in project management and managing multiple activities preferred