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Digital iTechnology · 2 days ago

R&D Engineer

Hartsville, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$125K/yr - $125K/yr

7+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Identify sustainable packaging solutions by leveraging technical knowledge of polymer technologies to manage and execute crucial projects from concept to commercialization.

Expert in plastics extrusion, thermoforming, and material handling with a deep understanding of the thermal, mechanical, and rheological properties of thermoplastics.

Identify growth opportunities and drive projects to enhance productivity, capacity, and efficiency across manufacturing facilities.

Serve as the subject matter expert in the processing of plastic materials for consumer packaging.

Provide recommendations on manufacturing equipment to support both current and future business needs.

Address packaging opportunities and customer requirements in a manufacturing setting.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and equipment manufacturers to solve complex problems and enhance product performance for our Award-Winning Client's customers.

Develop innovative ideas to support the R&D product innovation and technology strategy.

Foster a motivating environment within the R&D organization to achieve desired results.

Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed to protect employees.

Up to 30% travel, primarily domestic.

Qualification

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Plastics manufacturingExtrusionThermoformingConsumer-based food packagingResinsAdditivesCoatingsLaminatesLeading capital projectsWorking with OEMsWorking with suppliersTechnical capabilitiesAwareness of new technologiesManufacturing environmentRelocation willingnessProblem-solvingCommunicationInquisitive mindsetResults-drivenPositive attitudeHighly organizedHands-on work ethic

Required

7+ years of experience in plastics manufacturing and processing, including extrusion, thermoforming, and tooling; experience in consumer-based food packaging is a plus.

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science.

Proficient knowledge of resins, additives, coatings, and laminates.

Proven track record in leading capital projects within a manufacturing environment, working with OEMs and suppliers.

Strong problem-solving skills and technical capabilities.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to work independently with a high level of personal initiative and ownership.

An inquisitive mindset with awareness of new and developing technologies.

Results-driven with a positive, 'can-do' attitude.

Highly organized with a hands-on work ethic.

Experience working in a manufacturing environment with proven results in leading capital projects and collaborating with OEMs and suppliers.

Experience in consumer-based food packaging (7 years required).

Willingness to relocate to Hartsville, SC before starting work.