Senior Scientist

SupportFinity™; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off

Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus program

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking a skilled materials scientist to oversee R&D in developing sustainable resin solutions. This role demands a Master's or PhD and extensive experience in materials science. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams in research, managing project timelines, and collaborating with vendors.

The ideal candidate will have strong program management skills, proficiency in injection and blow molding processes, and the ability to innovate within the materials field. This position supports sustainability goals and transforms market requirements into viable product solutions.

Qualifications

• Proficient in material science and its impact on molding processes.
• Experienced in leading R&D projects in a corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of plastics conversion technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead research for new resin solutions and alternatives.
• Manage material development programs aligning with business goals.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external partners.

Skills

Program management skills

Material science knowledge

Communication skills

Research & development capability

Education

Master's Degree or PhD in materials related discipline

8-10+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Project management tools

Injection and blow molding technology

Job description

Position Overview

This position is responsible for building and executing a pipeline of research and development activities specifically relating to materials science, development/implementation of new resins/barriers/additives/processes, and increasing usage of Post Consumer Recycled resins. This person will work extensively with both internal & external partners to lead development of next generation materials science solutions that enable more sustainable products in the marketplace.

Essential Responsibilities And Duties

• Use material science knowledge to lead research & decision making relative to new resin solutions and alternatives.
• Drive ongoing innovation and technology scouting activities in sustainability, particularly materials arena.
• Internal expert regarding PCR usage and approaches/methods for increasing amount of PCR in RPSNAB products.
• Maintain timelines and budgets as it relates to material development programs aligned with overall business objectives.
• Collaborative work style exhibiting willingness to learn as well as teach/coach others.
• Strong program management skills and experience with ability to lead high priority, cross‑functional development program including indirect leadership of cross‑functional project teams.
• Prescribe the use of appropriate project management & engineering tools for development & implementation of resin/barrier solutions.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering, manufacturing and other internal/external customers as required.
• Support BU’s to create business case for resin/barrier solutions including targeted performance specifications, costing, & overall value proposition.
• Establish inspection protocol and validate new product & materials specifications.
• Combine lateral/creative thinking with scientific knowledge to achieve results.
• Know the business well enough to understand overall market needs and to predict future needs.
• Work autonomously and add value in all phases of a project and apply analytical skills.
• Seek feedback and correct own performance.
• Oversee resin trials and/or participate in material selection activities.
• Specify & approve lab work requests including sign‑off on resin/process configurations and oversight of the qualification of new resins/materials where applicable.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate tact and effectiveness in dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders in everyday working relationships & executive reporting/communication.
• Hold self and others to appropriate policies and procedures.
• Maintain and enforce all company safety, environmental, and department of health requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree or PhD in materials related discipline preferred.
• 8‑10+ years of relevant experience plus a degree in material science, engineering, or equivalent.
• Experienced program leader relative to material science in a corporate setting able to define, implement, & maintain effective program management practices.
• Proficient in material science and relevant impact on injection and blow molding processes.
• Proficient knowledge of PET, PP, HDPE and basic knowledge of alternative materials.
• Demonstrated expertise in plastics conversion technologies is desired (extrusion, injection molding, blow molding, ISBM etc.).
• Ability to work in a complex research & development environment.
• Establish and direct appropriate work standards.
• Proficient at establishing & maintaining relationships with vendors & other external partners.
• Travel 10%.

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Learning on the Fly
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Drive for Results
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Organizational AwarenessInnovation Management

Relationships

• Commercial and Operations stakeholders.
• Corporate R&D.
• Upper management, peers, Design team, and Project Management team.
• Internal relationships with quality control, purchasing/procurement, and finance.
• External relationships with clients and vendors.

ADA Requirements

None specified.

Physical Requirements

• Normal Vision
• Hearing / Listening
• Hand/Finger Dexterity
• Walking
• Standing
• Valid Driver’s License

Work Environment

Office Environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please read the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224‑313‑7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‑time salaried employees
• Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)