RD Engineer IV
RD Engineer IV
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Job Description
This position is under the direction of the R&D Manager for the Rigid Plastics Packaging division that includes developing designing and qualifying new thermoplastic materials and processes for the clients end use markets. The individual will be instrumental in identifying sustainable packaging solutions for our customers by taking ideas and technical insights through a comprehensive process to drive growth in the marketplace. In addition this senior level engineer will drive projects to increase productivity capacity and efficiency across our manufacturing plants.
Be a subject matter expert in plastic materials and additives
Address internal and external customer needs and packaging opportunities in a manufacturing setting
Provide creative solutions to new and existing packaging problems involving materials and processes in a timely and costeffective manner
Originate new ideas to support the R&D product innovation and technology strategy
Participate in regular portfolio review meetings to ensure proper balance in portfolio along with consensus on priorities
Manage the technical integration of projects through collaboration with suppliers internal crossfunctional teams and customers to assure performance criteria are met
Establish an environment which motivates and engages others in the R&D organization to achieve desired results
Foster a positive safe work environment through open communication and an atmosphere of teamwork
Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures to protect all employees
Requirements
- Bachelor s degree in Polymer Science Plastics Engineering Chemistry; Master s degree preferred.
- 5 years of related experience with a strong technical background in plastics resins coatings and laminates including extensive knowledge in material analysis and testing.
- Processing experience in extrusion thermoforming and injection molding experience in consumerbased food packaging is a plus.
- Results driven by a high level of personal initiative energy and ownership for success.
- Inquisitive mind actively staying aware of new and developing technologies inside and outside of the industry
- Selfstarter with a positive can do attitude and able to work independently.
- Experience leading projects working across different functions in the organization (e.g. commercial manufacturing supply management).
- Strong technical capability & problemsolving skills.
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced resultsorientated environment.
- Highly organized and selfmotivated with a handson work ethic.
Bachelor s degree in Polymer Science, Plastics Engineering, Chemistry; Master s degree preferred. 5+ years of related experience with a strong technical background in plastics, resins, coatings, and laminates including extensive knowledge in material analysis and testing. Processing experience in extrusion, thermoforming, and injection molding, experience in consumer-based food packaging is a plus. Results driven by a high level of personal initiative, energy, and ownership for success. Inquisitive mind, actively staying aware of new and developing technologies inside and outside of the industry Self-starter with a positive can do attitude and able to work independently. Experience leading projects working across different functions in the organization (e.g., commercial, manufacturing, supply management). Strong technical capability & problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-orientated environment. Highly organized and self-motivated with a hands-on work ethic.
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