SR. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Inteplast Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Inteplast Group is seeking a Sr. Development Engineer to design, develop, and optimize stretch film products used in packaging and load stabilization.

You will work with manufacturing, quality, sales, and customers to translate research into scalable formulations and processes. Responsibilities include leading product development from concept through commercialization, designing production-scale trials, evaluating materials such as metallocene and recycled content, and supporting testing

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Experience in experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new stretch film products from concept through commercialization.
• Design and execute production-scale trials to evaluate new materials and film structures.
• Optimize film performance characteristics including load retention, puncture resistance, tear resistance, and cling.
• Evaluate metallocene, polyethylene, recycled content, and specialty resin technologies for new product applications.
• Provide technical reports and support for customer trials and commercialization.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Experimental design

Project management

Written communication

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's/Masters degree in Chemical/Polymer/Materials Science or related field

Job description

TITLE: Sr. Development Engineer

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Product Development Engineer, is responsible for designing, developing, and improving stretch film products used in packaging and load stabilization applications. This role focuses on polymer film formulation, extrusion process optimization, product testing, and commercialization support. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, quality, sales, and customers to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and high-performance stretch film solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Masters degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Plastics Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in polyolefin film technology, stretch film manufacturing, or flexible packaging development preferred.
• Knowledge of cast film extrusion processes.
• Understanding of polymer science, additives, film structures, and performance testing methodologies.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Job Responsibilities

Product Development

• Lead the development of new stretch film products and formulations from concept through commercialization.
• Design and execute production-scale trials to evaluate new materials, additives, and film structures.
• Optimize film performance characteristics, including load retention, puncture resistance, tear resistance, stretchability, cling, and downgauging opportunities.
• Evaluate metallocene, polyethylene, recycled content, and specialty resin technologies for new product applications.
• Support recycle qualification trials and commercialization.

Technical Evaluation and Testing

• Develop and implement testing protocols to assess film performance and quality.
• Analyze trial data and provide recommendations for product improvements.
• Conduct benchmarking studies against competitive products and emerging technologies.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations.

Manufacturing Support

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure successful scale-up and commercialization of new products.
• Troubleshoot processing and product performance issues during production trials.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Customer and Market Support

• Participate in customer visits and technical discussions to support business growth.
• Assist in resolving customer complaints related to product performance.

Innovation and Technology Development

• Monitor industry trends, competitive products, and emerging technologies.
• Identify opportunities for product innovation, sustainability, and cost reduction.
• Support intellectual property development, including patent evaluations and technical documentation where applicable.

Other Information

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Experience in experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Performance Expectations

• Successful development and commercialization of new stretch film products.
• Timely execution and completion of development projects.
• Effective support of customer trials and product qualifications.
• Continuous improvement in product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and cost optimization.Contribution to innovation and technology advancement within the organization.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required to support customer trials, supplier evaluations, industry conferences, and man

Inteplast Group is an Aff

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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