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Sappi · 1 day ago

Project Leader

Westbrook, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Sappi is a leader in coated paper design and is seeking a Project Leader for their Sustainable Packaging Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for technology development and product testing to create environmentally friendly and profitable products, collaborating with various departments and partners.

Paper ManufacturingProduct DesignRenewable EnergySustainability

Responsibilities

Reports to the Sustainable Packaging Group Manager at the Sappi NA Technology Center in Westbrook Maine

Responsible for all technical aspects of material selection, test development, product testing and design to ensure product offerings meet market and customer expectations

Responsible for functional coating and application development, including binders, pigments, and process additives and assessment of new supplier offerings

Develop new designs incorporating the use of materials from renewable resources, creating environmentally advantaged products

Provides support and technical leadership to strategic projects driven by the needs of the business

Coordinates and executes complex internal and external pilot plant and manufacturing trials

Leads or participates on cross-functional teams for cost reduction and product development initiatives

Qualification

ChemistryChemical EngineeringPulpPaper ScienceProduct DevelopmentPolymer ChemistryPapermaking Equipment KnowledgeCoating ChemistryTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkTime Management

Required

PhD, Master's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Pulp and Paper Science

5-10 years industrial experience in product development. Experience in coated paper board, flexible packaging paper and barrier technology development a plus

Knowledge and application of polymer chemistry is preferred or willingness to learn

Ability to work independently or in a team environment, with a proven ability to complete assignments in a timely manner

Solid applications level understanding of paper-making, coating chemistry and process from both practical and fundamental chemical aspects

Strong knowledge of papermaking equipment, and the interaction between materials and process

Must have authorization to work in the United States