Plastics Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices

By | March 27, 2026

Plastics Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices

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Indianapolis, IN, US

Engineering

Bachelors Degree

Full Time, Temporary

$51.01/hr

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

First Shift (Day)

Indianapolis, IN, US

$51.01/hr

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

On-site

Engineering

Bachelors Degree

First Shift (Day)

Apply Now Applied

Job details

Plastics Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices

 

  • Location: 100% onsite: Indianapolis, Indiana

  • Pay Rate: Depending on direct related experience – up to $51.01

  • Type: W2 contract (C2C OR THIRD PARTY will NOT be considered for this role)

  • Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without CURRENT H-1B sponsorship transfer requirements.

  • Duration: 12-month contract – Estimated to end 3/2027

  • Shift: 1st shift, M-F 7am to 4pm /8am to 5pm

 

 

Top NON-NEGOTIABLES:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in plastics tooling and manufacturing processes.

  • Hands on Plastics processing experience, injection molding.

  • Proven Project Management experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics or Manufacturing Engineering

 

 

About the Role:

Lead projects in the design, development, and manufacture of plastic medical devices, ensuring products meet quality, cost, and regulatory standards. Work closely with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and drive continuous improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead design, development, and manufacturing projects for plastic medical devices

  • Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain on technical solutions

  • Develop and optimize molding processes using Scientific Molding and Lean tools

  • Identify and evaluate new materials, processes, and technologies

  • Ensure compliance with medical device industry regulations and validation requirements

  • Troubleshoot mold, process, and design issues

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics, or Manufacturing Engineering

  • 5+ years’ experience in plastics tooling and manufacturing processes

  • Proficiency with DOE, SPC, Mold Flow Analysis, FMEA

  • Experience with CAD (SolidWorks), GD&T, and statistical analysis tools

  • Expertise in process development for plastics and working knowledge of polymer properties, especially polyolefins preferred

  • Prior experience in medical device product development and validation

 

 

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without CURRENT H-1B sponsorship transfer requirements.

 

 

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to Deas172@kellyservices.com.

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