Be an early applicantLess than 25 applicantsPosted by Agency

Company

Original Job Post

SalesBountyHunter · 3 days ago

Research And Development Engineer

Hartsville, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$104K/yr - $130K/yr

7+ years exp

Wonder how qualified you are to the job?

Maximize your interview chances

Staffing and Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Mahathir Jamah (MJ)

Insider Connection @SalesBountyHunter

Discover valuable connections within the company who might provide insights and potential referrals, giving your job application an inside edge.

Responsibilities

Be a subject matter expert in the processing of plastic materials for consumer packaging

Provide expertise and recommendations on manufacturing equipment needed to support the current business and enable capability for future growth

Address internal and external customer needs and packaging opportunities in a manufacturing setting

Manage the technical integration of projects through collaboration with internal cross-functional teams, suppliers, and equipment manufacturers to solve complex problems to enhance product performance for customers in a timely and cost-effective manner

Originate new ideas to support the R&D product innovation and technology strategy

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

Up to 30% travel, mostly domestic

Qualification

Find out how your skills align with this job's requirements. If anything seems off, you can easily click on the tags to select or unselect skills to reflect your actual expertise.

Plastics manufacturingExtrusionThermoformingConsumer-based food packagingCapital projects managementWorking knowledge of resinsAdditivesCoatingsLaminatesCross-functional collaborationTechnical capabilityProblem-solvingResults-drivenInquisitiveSelf-starterPositive attitudeEffective communicationHighly organizedSelf-motivatedHands-on work ethicPackaging Design

Required

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

7+ years of related experience with a strong technical background in plastics manufacturing, processing (i.e., extrusion, thermoforming, and tooling); experience in consumer-based food packaging is a plus

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

Working knowledge of resins, additives, coatings, and laminates

Results driven with 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