? Only 24h Left: Development Engineer
Company: General Plastics Manufacturing Company
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: November 2, 2025
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Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Development Engineer to work on
our R&D Team in our manufacturing facility in Tacoma, WA. Who
We are: General Plastics Manufacturing Company specializes in the
formulation of polyurethane foams and the production of
build-to-print composite parts, offering custom solutions for
industries such as aerospace, defense, and nuclear packaging. With
over 80 years of expertise, GP delivers high-performance,
precision-engineered composite components using advanced materials
and manufacturing techniques. GP’s focus with the LAST-A-FOAM® line
of products is meeting the exacting specifications of demanding
markets by ensuring consistency, longevity, and durability. General
Plastics is committed to quality, innovation, and timely delivery,
making us a trusted partner for complex, mission-critical composite
part needs. Position Summary: The Development Engineer will be
responsible for the implementation and support of new and existing
materials for GP. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience
with various materials processes and equipment and will have strong
troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude. This is not a
software engineering position. Responsibilities: Process
Optimization / Production Support · Determine optimal process
windows and define work instructions · Troubleshoot and resolve
material and process issues encountered during manufacturing. ·
Identify and implement improvements to existing production
processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product
quality. New Product Development · Work with production teams to
scale up new formulations from the lab to full-scale manufacturing;
overseeing the creation of TDSs, work instructions, and related
documents. · Fabricate or facilitate the creation of new equipment
necessary to realize new material innovations. Collaboration ·
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production,
sales, and quality assurance, to define product requirements and
ensure manufacturability. Compensation details: 80000-11000 Yearly
Salary PI0e32b79dafd6-37156-38655664
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