Product Development Engineer: Packaging Innovation

Pregis; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis, a leader in packaging materials, seeks a Product Development Engineer to oversee film and resin qualification from extrusion to end use. You will drive new product development, process optimization, and supplier coordination to deliver innovative packaging solutions.

The role requires a BS in chemical/ polymer fields, strong data interpretation, and excellent communication. Travel to suppliers and customers may be needed as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor of Science in 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 interact and communicate with others effectively
• Self-directed, able to manage multiple projects with limited oversight
• Coachable and open to feedback; able to optimize workflow processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment with shifting projects

Responsibilities

• New Product Development and Commercialization: support customer trials and R&D lab requests
• Process Engineering: define production blends; lead troubleshooting
• Materials and Suppliers: coordinate trials and formulations
• Key Interactions: coordinate with Product Development Manager, Quality Manager, Plant Manager, suppliers and customers
• Fundamental Research: lead development projects on product improvements and DoE
• Marketing Assistance: provide data to R&D and identify market formulations
• Customers: manage customer R&D activities and assist with visits and trials

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Material Science

Polymer Science

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Material Science Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Polymer Science Engineering

Job description

Pregis, a leader in packaging materials, seeks a Product Development Engineer to oversee film and resin qualification from extrusion to end use. You will drive new product development, process optimization, and supplier coordination to deliver innovative packaging solutions.

The role requires a BS in chemical/ polymer fields, strong data interpretation, and excellent communication. Travel to suppliers and customers may be needed as projects progress.