Full-Time Onsite

Signing Bonus: Negotiable

Our Award-Winning Client is seeking a skilled Research & Development Engineer to join their dynamic team. Known for their innovative approach and national operations, our client has earned numerous accolades in the industry.

Must-Haves:

1. Education: Bachelor of Science, preferably in Engineering, Science, Packaging, or Plastics related field required.
2. Experience: 5-10 years in a Product Development or Manufacturing role. Preferred manufacturing processes include blown film production, extrusion coating and laminating, printing (roto/flexo), pouching, and form/fill/seal conversion.
3. Material Science Knowledge: Expertise in OPP, PET, PE, Nylon, paper, and foil.

Job Description: Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Research & Development, as an R&D Engineer, you will spearhead technical programs focused on developing new flexible packaging products and/or technologies. This role involves leading all development and technical activities for assigned projects, delivering new packaging solutions to many of the world's most recognized brands. This is a progression position, and the level will be based on candidate experience and business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technical activities to develop new flexible packaging structures, capabilities, or technology advancements.
• Translate market requirements into specifications and design products that meet these needs.
• Work closely with key stakeholders to understand technical targets for new product developments.
• Develop and lead pilot, production, and filling/packaging trials.
• Interact with business leaders and customers to discuss development activities and needs.
• Coordinate activities to accomplish tasks using available internal and external resources.
• Maintain knowledge of the latest material and process developments that can be leveraged and shared within the business.
• Build subject matter expertise for key focus areas and act as a consultant within the business for these areas.
• Prepare written and verbal presentations, project plans, updates, and reports for internal and external use.
• Travel to suppliers, customers, conferences, and other innovation partners.
• Collaborate with marketing, supply management, engineering, sustainability, and other functions to identify needs and solutions.

We'd Love to Hear from You If:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Science, Packaging, or Plastics related field.
• Experience: 5-10 years in a Product Development or Manufacturing role with experience in blown film production, extrusion coating and laminating, printing (roto/flexo), pouching, and form/fill/seal conversion.
• Material Science Knowledge: Expertise in OPP, PET, PE, Nylon, paper, and foil.
• Skills: New product development, packaging applications, project management, multitasking, prioritization, time and budget management, technical writing, and oral communication.
• Preferred Experience: Retail confection, bakery, snack, coffee, frozen food, beverage, thermally processed, or personal care markets.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Equity
• Work from Home
• Paid Time Off
• Other

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.