Vacancy caducado!
DESCRIPTION:
Will be responsible for leading a small project team to resolve technical challenges.
Will work mainly with thermoplastics
Will use commercial polymers and put them together to create specialized properties out of film
Will lead projects for targeted layered polymeric material development
Will demonstrate an understanding of polymer structure-property relationships for the purpose of creating a development roadmap to evaluate new technologies and materials
Will serve on multi-disciplinary project teams to collaborate, provide technical input, and deliver results aligned with team deliverables
Will develop and implement technical solutions through hands-on experimentation / problem-solving of technical issues
Will work seamlessly with other groups, business partners, and customers to assist in scale-up new technology
Will push boundaries to develop an understanding of the relationship between process and product performance.
Will consistently apply the Scientific Method in the planning and execution of experimental plans and problem solving to resolve Scientising concerns.
Will formulate hypotheses and develop experimental plans to test hypotheses.
Will demonstrate the appropriate use of statistical tools to solve complex problems.
Will understand and implement appropriate EH&S standards, policies, and procedures applicable to operation of an extrusion line. Lead by example in safety behaviors by promoting safe work habits.
REQUIRED:
5+ years’ experience in polymeric material science related fields, ideally holding experience in extruded film, multi-layered products, or related fields
Extensive experience with extrusion.
Ability to successfully partner with team members and stakeholders from multiple backgrounds.
Fundamental knowledge of polymer material science structure-property relationships, polymer rheology, film extrusion and film mechanical and transport properties.
A track record of delivering quality technical solutions
Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.
Passionate and knowledgeable about polymer material science and thin film applications.
PREFERRED:
Experience in polymer (multi-layered) product development
Materials testing and characterization experience
New product scale-up and commercialization experience
Design of Experiments knowledge
Project management experience directing small teams (1-2 Scientists or technicians)
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree (+8 years) in Materials Science, Plastic Scientising, Mechanical Scientising, Chemical Scientising
Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred
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Vacancy caducado!