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Product Development Engineer Anderson, SC Position Description Reporting to the VP of Technology, the Product Development Engineer will be responsible for all qualification of films and resins from ...

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Product Development Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Pregis
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support product development team in completing customer trial orders and laboratory requests.

  • Support manufacturing in new product development activities, including recommending formula changes and troubleshooting process issues.

  • Coordinate trials with suppliers for existing products and lead execution of production formulations for new specifications.

Pregis rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business
Pregis is Hiring!
Why Join Pregis?
Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business
Pregis is Hiring!
Product Development Engineer
Anderson, SC
Position Description
Reporting to the VP of Technology, the Product Development Engineer will be responsible for all qualification of films and resins from extrusion, through converting, and end use.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities
New Product Development and Commercialization
  • Support product development team in completion of customer trial orders
  • Assist R&D in completion of laboratory requests
  • Review trial results as needed and assist with the management of customer projects
  • Support external trials at suppliers and customers as needed (travel involved)

Process Engineering
  • Support manufacturing in completion of new product development activities
  • Recommend formula changes based on analysis of quality data
  • Define production blends for new specifications
  • Lead troubleshooting of process and formulation issues, root cause definition

Materials and Suppliers
  • Coordinate trials for alternate suppliers for existing products
  • Lead execution of production formulations for new specifications

Key Interactions
  • Product Development Manager/VP of Technology
  • Quality Manager
  • Plant Manager
  • Material Suppliers
  • Customers

Required Education and Experience and Skills
  • Required: Bachelor of Science Chemical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, Polymer Science Engineering, or equivalent
  • Advanced technical knowledge. Ability to interpret physical property and composition data of polymers.
  • Ability to troubleshoot plastic processing equipment and related defects in the production of thin films
  • Must be able to successfully interact and communicate with others.
  • Self-Directed - able to manage multiple projects without significant oversight
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Ability to optimize workflow processes and systems
  • A strong verbal and written communication skills are a must along with good interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable in a dynamic work environment where projects can shift mid-year.

Key Competencies
  • Problem solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions
  • Customer service - responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments
  • Judgment - displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions
  • Planning/organizing - prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently
  • Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
  • Analytical capability - demonstrates the ability to work with data accurately and efficiently
  • Project management - shows initiative to lead and develop an array of projects

Detailed Position Activities
  • Testing (10%)
    • Complete R&D lab testing proficiently - DSC, Heat seal/Hot-Tack, OTR, Microscope
    • Main contact for competitive analysis
    • Interpretation and communication of results

  • Typical Data Sheets (10%)
    • Using test results, interpret data and develop data sheets for all new product formulations
    • Insure accuracy of FDA contact status under 21CFR176

  • Materials (10%)
    • Develop understanding of key materials, especially additives and colors
    • Analyze price/performance to assess total cost

  • Technical Support (25%)
    • Follow and support manufacturing trials for the product development and process teams
    • Key contact for new item setup to validate production formulas
    • Key contact for insuring slip, white, etc., scale with thickness
    • Main contact for scheduling and sequences of Production trials
      • Provide on site support as needed

  • Fundamental Research (20%)
    • Lead 1-2 development projects focused on product improvements or new market development with regard to new materials
    • Organize and conduct supplier trials to facilitate DoE completion, analysis, and cost management for R&D

  • Marketing Assistance (10%)
    • Provide data to R&D team with regard to jobs completed monthly
    • Identify formulations by market and end-use
    • Manage formulations for obsolence

  • Customers (15%)
    • As experience/results dictate, manage small to medium size customer R&D activity
    • Support lead development engineer on customer visits, trials and project reviews

Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.
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Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Deerfield, IL, US

Year founded

2005

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