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Eastman · 7 hours ago

TNE Packaging Engineer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. They are seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design and development of sustainable paper-based flexible packaging solutions, collaborating with various teams to drive innovation and meet market requirements.

Advanced MaterialsChemicalManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and mentorship on packaging properties, converting processes (e.g., extrusion coating, lamination, metallization, printing, filling, sealing), performance testing and application requirements specific to film and paper-based solutions

Lead customer facing projects regarding the design, development, and optimization of paper-based flexible packaging structures, including multi-layer laminates incorporating paper substrates, coatings, and sustainable barrier materials

Drive innovation in sustainable paper packaging by evaluating new raw materials, bio-based coatings, and recyclable/compostable barrier technologies

Develop and maintain detailed packaging specifications, technical documentation, and compliance requirements tailored to paper-based flexible packaging

Engage the packaging value chain to discover needs across multiple applications and prioritize opportunities for development work

Influence decision makers at customers to adopt new packaging solutions

Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments related to paper-based packaging and sustainability to inform strategic decisions

Partner with marketing and business development teams to deliver new business growth

Qualification

Flexible packaging designPaper substrates expertiseSustainable barrier technologiesPackaging performance testingRegulatory compliance knowledgeCommunication skillsProject leadership experienceSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred

Minimum 10 years of industry experience in flexible packaging design and development, with both paper and film-based packaging materials and solutions

Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25%, mainly within North America is required

Deep technical understanding of paper substrates, coatings, barrier technologies, and converting processes

Understanding of packaging requirements across different food packaging applications, including considerations for barrier, shelf life, regulatory compliance, and food safety

Proven expertise in packaging performance testing related to film and paper-based materials

Strong knowledge of sustainability principles, recyclable and compostable packaging standards, and regulatory compliance for paper-based packaging

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as a team member with both internal and external partners

Preferred

Experience engaging multiple points along the packaging value chain is highly desired

Project leadership experience preferred including short-term and long-term project planning and participation on cross-functional team

Company

Eastman

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Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day.

Founded in 1920

Kingsport, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.eastman.com/pages/home.aspx

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