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From:Plano, TX USA
Registered: Feb 2003

posted February 07, 2003 09:20 AM               

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I'd like to get input on ways to improve my chances of landing a job in the plastics industry. I have a BS degree in chemical engineering. My professional experience (~9yrs) has been in semiconductor manufacturing (electronic chip mfg). Thanks in advance.

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From:Wharton, NJ, USA
Registered: Jun 2001

posted February 07, 2003 10:42 AM               

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There seems to be a strong demand for process engineers in the $50-60K/yr range, but you need experience. Otherwise the plastics industry in the US is suffering from significant foreign competition, and the recession, so demand for professionals is weak.

What would make you think of leaving the semiconductor industry?

Tom C

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From:McHenry, IL USA
Registered: Nov 2002

posted February 08, 2003 08:29 AM               

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First of all, being located in TX is a good start. Many many plastics companies there.

You can contact a myriad of professional Headhunters, as there are Plastics Company's around who look for inexperianced people who "have different eyes" - meaning that they want someone with no experiance.

Your background in semi-conductors should fit in somewhere. However, to match your current earnings may be the critical point of entry.

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From:Plano, TX USA
Registered: Feb 2003

posted February 12, 2003 07:19 PM               

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Thanks for the input. I'd like to try a different industry. Semiconductor/electronics mfg seems very unstable, lots of up/downs. I think I've seen layoffs just about every year I've worked in this industry. Also I'm interested in plant operations.
The pay is good is semiconductors mfg but I'm willing to take a pay-cut if I find the right opportunity.

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