PCR Tech & Commercialization Lead

Greif; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 78,500 - 133,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Greif is seeking a Project Manager for Post-Consumer Resin (PCR) Technology & Commercialization in Amsterdam. You will lead PCR strategy across plastics manufacturing, establish qualification processes, and drive roadmaps to increase PCR usage without compromising performance.

This role involves collaborating with Operations, Quality, Commercial and Engineering, overseeing trials, data analysis and supplier engagement to advance sustainable plastics and circular packaging initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Polymer/ Chemical/ Materials/ Mechanical) required.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, polymer processing, recycling, packaging or related industries.
• Strong understanding of polymer materials, recycled resin technologies, and plastics manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of PCR processing strategy across plastics manufacturing operations.
• Establish and maintain PCR material qualification processes.
• Develop product roadmaps to increase PCR utilization while maintaining performance and cost competitiveness.
• Support capital investment projects involving PCR processing and related recycling technologies.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Commercial, and Engineering to optimize processes and increase PCR content adoption.
• Develop standards, process controls, and best practices for PCR implementation across facilities.
• Lead manufacturing trials, validation, and scale-up for new PCR materials and applications.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased recycled content.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Willing to travel

PCR processing

Plastics recycling

Resin blending

Circular economy

Blow molding

Extrusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Greif is seeking a Project Manager for Post-Consumer Resin (PCR) Technology & Commercialization in Amsterdam. You will lead PCR strategy across plastics manufacturing, establish qualification processes, and drive roadmaps to increase PCR usage without compromising performance.

This role involves collaborating with Operations, Quality, Commercial and Engineering, overseeing trials, data analysis and supplier engagement to advance sustainable plastics and circular packaging initiatives.