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Plastics Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

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Large plastic resins supplier has an excellent opportunity available in the Detroit, Michigan area ... Implements the recommendations of the strategic application development plan. * Evaluate technical ...

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The Application Development Engineer for the Flexibles Division is the main technical contact ... Bachelor of Science; preferably in Engineering, Food Science, Packaging, or Plastics related field ...

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As a Application Development Engineer you will interface with our customers, internal product development, product marketing, and sales teams, performing as an extension of Basics BU engineering team.

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Plastics Engineer

Troy, MI • On-site

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$80K - $130K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Large plastic resins supplier has an excellent opportunity available in the Detroit, Michigan area for an Applications Development Engineer. 

Summary & Objectives

This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive application development plan and strategy that would increase revenues and profits in engineering and thermoplastics resins sales.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lead technical and molding support of new program development activities, launches and current production program issues.
  • Provide leadership to customer base in regards to quality issues and concerns that arise related to the product /or product quality and molding process.
  • Handle customer requests thru HQ AD team for proper and timely resolution back to the customer.
  • Lead sales programs technically in order to capture new business opportunities and goals.
  • Support development of technical service personnel in regards to technical aspects as required for automotive segment needs, processing, specifications, company procedures and activities, tooling and design guidance.
  • Implements the recommendations of the strategic application development plan. 
  • Evaluate technical issues to determine how competitive and current it is with the latest trends in the industry. 
  • Monitor external and internal environment for development of new market segments. 
  • Produce feasibility studies/implementation plans for new application development. 
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. 

 

Qualifications:

  • Polymer Engineering/Processing
  • Proficient in English
  • Hold valid driver’s license for business trips
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook
  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Result Driven
  • Business Acumen                                               
  • Initiative Presentation Skill 
  • Problem Solving/Analysis 
  • Communication Proficiency         
  • Strategic Thinking                                  
  • Dependable, punctual and reliable
  • Professional manner and appearance
  • Project Management 
  • Presentation Skill is a plus

Education and/ or Experience:  

  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent number of experience
  • Must have 4+ years chemical industry background. Experience in the plastics industry is a must. Experience in thermoplastics, injection molding, ABS, Polycarbonate, HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, and / or Polyolefins would be a plus. 

Travel

Approximately 40% of overnight travel may be expected. 

Physical Activity Required: 

  • Regularly required to talk or hear
  • Regularly required to take motor vehicles and airplanes
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to lift up to 20lbs