polymer compounding

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day polymer compounding and production activities.
• Prepare and maintain polymer formulations as per product requirements.
• Work with engineering-grade plastics and different polymer materials.
• Operate and monitor compounding machinery and production equipment.
• Set and maintain appropriate processing parameters such as temperature, pressure, speed, and feed rate.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of compounded materials.
• Conduct basic testing and coordinate with the Quality team for product validation.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to processing, formulation, and material quality.
• Optimize formulations and processes to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Maintain proper records of batches, formulations, production parameters, and material consumption.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, R&D, and Maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and production standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in polymer compounding.
• Strong knowledge of polymer materials, additives, fillers, and masterbatches.
• Experience with engineering-grade plastics will be preferred.
• Knowledge of compounding processes and machinery.
• Good understanding of polymer processing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and manage production-related challenges.
• Diploma/B.Tech/B.E. in Polymer, Plastics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field will be preferred.