RD Engineer IV

LEVEL: MidLevel

REPORTS TO: Director of Technology

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Up to 20% of the time

SIGNING BONUS: Negotiable

RELOCATION PACKAGE: Full

MustHaves

• FullTime industrial experience in R&D with a focus on Polymer Science Coatings Extrusion & Thermoforming
• Understanding of plastic materials preferably those used in food and beverage packaging with demonstrated knowledge of Solidworks being a plus
• Knowledge of forming processes for packaging and industrial applications such as rigid sheet thermoforming injection molding and extrusion

Job Description

This position is under the direction of the R&D Manager for the Rigid Plastics Packaging division focusing on developing designing and qualifying new thermoplastic materials and processes for Sonoco Plastics enduse markets. The individual will be crucial in identifying sustainable packaging solutions driving market growth and leading projects to enhance productivity capacity and efficiency across manufacturing plants.

What youll be doing:

• 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 a proper balance in the portfolio along with consensus on priorities
• Manage the technical integration of projects through collaboration with suppliers internal crossfunctional teams and customers to ensure performance criteria are met
• Establish an environment that 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

Wed love to hear from you if:

• Bachelors degree in Polymer Science Plastics Engineering Chemistry; masters degree preferred
• 5 years of related experience with a solid 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 with a high level of personal initiative energy and ownership for success
• An inquisitive mind actively staying aware of new and developing technologies inside and outside of the industry
• Selfstarter with a positive cando attitude and ability 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

Benefits:

• Dental
• Medical
• Vision
• Life
• Retirement
• Equity
• Work from home
• PTO
• and more!

Remote Work :

No