Lead TS&D Specialist – Flexible Packaging

Dow; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow India in Navi Mumbai seeks a Lead TS&D Specialist for Flexible Packaging to provide technical support, develop packaging innovations and help customers optimize performance and sustainability.

The role requires a PhD preferred with 5–6 years in flexible packaging, strong knowledge of materials and processes, and ability to collaborate across functions while aligning with international time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related field; PhD preferred.
• 5–6 years of relevant experience in the flexible packaging industry with strong technical focus.
• Strong technical expertise in flexible packaging materials, processes, and applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and solutions for flexible packaging customers, ensuring optimal application of Dow’s specialty plastics products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new packaging innovations and drive product enhancements for the Indian market.
• Analyze customer requirements, troubleshoot technical issues, and offer recommendations to improve performance and sustainability.
• Conduct technical presentations, workshops, and training sessions for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in flexible packaging.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in polymer science or related

PhD preferred

Job description

## Lead TS&D Specialist – Flexible PackagingApply: Onsite: Navi Mumbai (IND): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 9, 2026 (14 days left to apply): R2067860At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. **About you and the role** **Dow** has an opportunity as a **Lead TS&D Specialist – Flexible Packaging**. This role is located in **Navi Mumbai (IND).**In this role you will focus on the Flexible Packaging segment. You are required to have strong technical expertise and a deep understanding of flexible packaging solutions.**Responsibilities** * Provide technical support and solutions for flexible packaging customers, ensuring optimal application of Dow’s specialty plastics products.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new packaging innovations and drive product enhancements for the Indian market.* Analyse customer requirements, troubleshoot technical issues, and offer recommendations to improve performance and sustainability.* Conduct technical presentations, workshops, and training sessions for customers and internal stakeholders.* Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in flexible packaging. **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s & Master’s degree in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field. PhD is preferred.* 5-6 years of relevant experience in the flexible packaging industry, preferably with a strong technical focus.* Demonstrated expertise in flexible packaging materials, processes, and applications.* Excellent knowledge of Global Petrochemical Industries and flexible packaging industry in India will be an added advantage.**Your Skills** * Excellent problem-solving* Analytical Thinking* Good communication skills.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic business environment. **Additional notes** * Relocation assistance is not available with this position.* The ability to accommodate flexible schedule aligned with international time Zone is essential.**Benefits – What Dow offers you**We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:* Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.* Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.* Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. + Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).* Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). + Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.* Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.* Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.* Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.* Competitive yearly vacation allowance.* Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).* Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.* Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.* On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).* Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.* Additionally, some of our locations might offer: + Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) + Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) + Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)Join our team, we can make a difference together.**About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd**Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.A Great Place to Work Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.