Copy Of R&D&I Packaging Solutions Specialist (D / F / M)

We are looking for a person to develop the preparation and execution of R+D+i projects, technological services (analysis and testing, technical advice) and technical training to companies in the Packaging department, Technology area.

What you will do :

• Functionalization of polymers by compounding processes.
• Development of thermoplastic compounds. Participate in projects (preparation and execution) as a member of research groups or as a Principal Investigator in the field of Packaging.
• Identification of project ideas (own or customer's). Preparation of project proposals. Execution and coordination of projects. Preparation of project reports.
• Ensuring the proper functioning of the equipment he / she manages, including carrying out or supervising preventive and corrective maintenance, internal calibrations, etc.
• Searching for and selecting new equipment and / or accessories according to needs and possibilities.
• Participate in scientific dissemination, technology foresight, outreach and communication activities.
• Participate in training activities related to their knowledge.
• Carrying out environmental studies within the framework of research projects.
• Advising companies on environmental legislation and regulations related to the plastics sector.

Your profile :

You have high analytical skills, organization, strong communication and influencing skills, initiative, creativity, flexibility, customer orientation, leadership skills, self-motivated and able to independently lead, you are a team player, people oriented (cooperation and empathy).

Education required :

Higher university education, master's degree, preferably PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Sciences or similar.

Complementary education :

• Valuable specific Master's degree in plastic materials.
• Demonstrable high level of English.

Experience required :

• Advising companies on environmental legislation and regulations related to the plastics sector.
• Knowledge of plastic material characterization techniques : FTIR, DSC, TGA, optical and electron microscopy, etc. Knowledge in : waste, recycling, eco-design, eco-labeling, environmental legislation, life cycle analysis, carbon footprint and related tools (SimaPro, GaBi).
• Fluent conversation in English and Spanish.
• Experience in processing of plastic materials by extrusion / compounding, by injection. Transformation of materials under lamination and printing processes. Characterization of polymeric materials. Modification of polymers. Advanced knowledge in organic chemistry.

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