Job Description
100k to 130k
Our client is a leader in the stretch film industry.
The Sustainability Engineer leads product development efforts that are
focused on recycling, energy efficient production that drive reductions
to their global carbon footprint.
The Sustainability Engineer formulates and maintains a collaborative
relationship with internal and external customers including vendors,
operations, engineering and R&D within the company.
The Sustainability Engineer participates in or leads long or short-term
projects, utilizing their knowledge of extrusion process and polymers to
develop and deliver on project timelines, objectives and outcomes.
The Sustainability Engineer manages and relays data regarding
sustainability efforts in production development to demonstrate progress
toward meeting corporate sustainability goals.
Responsibilities:
- Work with R&D Director to initiate the development of sustainable
machine film
- Research, vet and qualify suppliers to establish long-term
relationships, auditing processes and product quality related to
consistency and film performance.
- Use extrusion process and polymer knowledge: identify and
troubleshoot limitations of new resin.
- Develop and fine tune film performance expectations to meet standard
quality requirements.
- Measure and monitor resin lot to lot consistency.
- Coordinate test trials and provide deliverables to appropriate
parties by established deadlines.
- Work with marketing to develop promotional material in relation to
sustainability messaging.
- Work with sales department identifying customer requirements to
reach sustainability goals.
- Work with Director of Engineering to resolve sustainability related
issues
Qualifications
Requirements:
- BS degree in Engineering, with emphasis on Plastics Engineering
- Five years experience with an extrusion manufacturer ideally stretch
film.
- Project management skills related to planning and completing large
scope projects
- Proven ability to lead, mentor and manage individuals from a
leadership perspective
- Strong technical aptitude with an excellent understanding and strong
troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated analytical ability in relation to project management,
resolution of problems
- Successful track record working with contractors and equipment
suppliers
- Organized, motivated self-starter, with ability to prioritize tasks
- High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Experience training employees on policy and procedures
- 25% travel to other plant locations and suppliers
Department Manufacturing Locations Tulsa