Job description
Company
RR Petroplast Pvt. Ltd.
Job Location
Pune, Maharashtra
Employment Type
Full-Time
Experience Required
510+ years in plastic recycling, extrusion, or polymer processing.
About the Company
RR Petroplast Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturer of high-quality recycled plastic granules, committed to sustainable plastic recycling and the circular economy. The company specializes in producing recycled PP Copolymer (PPCP), HDPE (Injection & Blow Moulding Grades), LDPE (Injection & Blow Moulding Grades), ABS, and HIPS granules for customers across the automotive, packaging, household products, industrial, and engineering plastics sectors.
Job Summary
RR Petroplast Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Plastic Recycling Production Engineer to lead the commissioning, operation, optimization, and continuous improvement of its plastic recycling extrusion and die-face pelletizing line. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring consistent production of premium-quality recycled plastic granules while maximizing productivity, minimizing waste, and maintaining strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Commission and stabilize the extrusion and die-face pelletizing line.
Operate and optimize plastic recycling extrusion processes.
Achieve daily production targets while maintaining product quality.
Monitor machine performance and improve productivity.
Minimize production losses and optimize raw material utilization.
Plan and execute daily production schedules.
Process Engineering
Develop and optimize processing parameters for:
PP Copolymer (PPCP)
HDPE Injection Moulding Grade
HDPE Blow Moulding Grade
LDPE Injection Moulding Grade
LDPE Blow Moulding Grade
ABS
HIPS
Optimize:
Barrel temperature profiles
Screw RPM
Melt pressure
Vacuum venting
Screen pack selection
Die-face cutter settings
Cooling systems
Pellet quality and consistency
Quality Control:
Maintain consistent Melt Flow Index (MFI).
Ensure uniform pellet size and appearance.
Control contamination, moisture, gels, and black specks.
Coordinate testing of recycled granules.
Maintain production and quality documentation.
Ensure every production batch meets customer specifications.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance.
Troubleshoot extrusion, pelletizing, and auxiliary equipment.
Improve machine uptime and production efficiency.
Work closely with maintenance teams to reduce downtime.
Team Leadership:
Train production operators and helpers.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping standards (5S).
Supervise production staff and foster continuous improvement.
New Product Development
Develop customized recycled polymer grades.
Conduct production trials for new customer requirements.
Recommend additives, fillers, stabilizers, pigments, and processing aids to enhance product performance.
Qualifications
Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in:
Polymer Engineering
Plastic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Additional certifications in plastics processing or recycling are an advantage.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in recycled plastic granule manufacturing.
Experience with die-face cutting pelletizers and extrusion systems is preferred.
Strong knowledge of processing PP, HDPE, LDPE, ABS, and HIPS.
Technical Skills:
Plastic extrusion and recycling processes
Die-face pelletizing
Polymer identification and segregation
MFI testing and quality control
Colour matching and additive selection
Production planning
Root cause analysis and process optimization
Preventive maintenance planning
MS Excel and production reporting
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Daily production output (kg/day)
Machine utilization (%)
Production rejection rate (%)
Material recovery efficiency (%)
Energy consumption per tonne
Machine downtime
Customer complaint rate
Batch-to-batch quality consistency
On-time production completion
Preferred Industry Experience:
Candidates from the following industries are encouraged to apply:
Plastic recycling
Polymer compounding
Plastic extrusion
Plastic raw material manufacturing
Injection moulding raw material production
Engineering plastics
Compensation:
Competitive salary based on experience and technical expertise.
Performance-based incentives.
Annual appraisal and career growth opportunities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their updated resume detailing their experience with plastic recycling, extrusion, die-face pelletizing, polymers processed, production capacities handled, and major projects executed.Role & responsibilities
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Perks and advantages
📌 Machine Operator (Pune)
🏢 M/S Rr Petroplast
📍 Pune