The individual is responsible for developing new material technologies (polymers & additives) and products for Sealed Air. Responsibilities include:
Work with R&D and business leaders to identify key material technology gaps and opportunities associated with business division innovation pipelines.
Ensure the timely completion of material technology and product development projects with priorities established and agreed upon with R&D leadership.
Develop and commercialize products in support of new business development opportunities.
Position will require travel in support of Sealed Air production facilities and at customer sites.
Effectively lead projects, ensuring the right technical resources are utilized and projects are completed in an agreed upon timeframe.
Collaborate with Sealed Air’s business divisions and other functional groups to achieve project objectives.
Identify and assess new material technologies relative to their viability, ability to drive business growth, and the resources required to fully develop and commercialize.
Track and utilize knowledge of competitive activities related to material technologies.
Stay at the forefront of technology to maintain competitiveness.
Personal safety and the safety of others; maintain a safe and incident-free working environment
Qualifications
B.S or M.S. in Chemical Engineering or in Polymer Science & Engineering or Material Science & Engineering.
Experience in Extrusion, polymers, polymer chemistry, materials science and their interactions with processes and customer use experience will be preferred.
In depth working experience for various polymer film processes viz. cast, blown, are preferred that includes film converting.
Product development and manufacturing experience in packaging domain will be preferred
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills to influence company and business strategy and decisions, to motivate high performance and negotiate win-win scenarios.
Effectively communicates verbally and in writing to affect decision making and keep the organization informed (English proficiency is a must); ability to author technical reports and to make presentations to various internal groups within Sealed Air.
Able to work globally with appropriate sensitivities to cultures, businesses, etc.
Business acumen and ability to collaborate effectively across functions, regions, and business divisions to drive results and ensure goal delivery.
Able to make priority decisions and provide clear focus to work teams
Establishes clear priorities and is enthusiastic about delivering accurate and timely results that add value.
Committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement.