What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development & Innovation Engineer position at FyterTech Nonwovens LLC?

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Product Development & Innovation Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position : Product Development & Innovation Engineer

Position Status : Full-time, Salary-Exempt

Reports To : SVP of Technology Innovation and Quality

Location : Green Bay, WI. / De Pere, WI.

About FyterTech :

Are you ready to join an organization where you can make a significant daily impact? An organization where you will be a major contributor to the growth and strength of our organization? Where you will be contributing to the betterment of the environment and our communities? Then FyterTech is the place for you to make your next and best career move.

FyterTech Nonwovens is a market-leading materials manufacturer of nonwoven high-tech products that are used in a variety of settings. Applications include cleaning up the spills one could expect to see in hospitals, laboratories, oil spills and grocery stores – just to name a few. As a market leader in our industry, we are looking for someone with a competitive edge to help drive a can-do collaborative culture.

Position Summary :

FyterTech Nonwovens is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Development & Innovation Engineer to join our team. This role is critical in driving innovation, enhancing the quality of our products, and supporting the company’s long-term growth strategy. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new products, improve existing ones, and ensure that our offerings meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and sustainability.

Keys to Success :

New Product Development :

Lead the development of innovative nonwoven products from concept to commercialization following FyterTech’s Stage-Gate process.
Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and potential areas for product innovation.
Participate in biweekly Stage-Gate Product Development Meetings
Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and marketing teams to design, prototype, and test new products.
Collaborate with customer service to ensure key feedback from customers and end-users – besides the complaints (CASE), is captured / actively solicited and translated into any viable new products opportunities.
Utilize advanced materials and processes to create products that are both cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Product Innovation :

Drive the continuous improvement of existing products by incorporating new technologies, materials, and processes.

Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance product performance, sustainability, and cost-efficiency.

Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products to ensure FyterTech remains at the forefront of the nonwovens industry.

Quality Improvement :

Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to develop and implement quality control procedures that ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards.

Analyze production processes and identify areas where quality can be improved, reducing defects and increasing product reliability.

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for any quality issues that arise during production.

Process Optimization :

Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize production processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency.

Implement lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations and enhance product consistency.

Develop and maintain process documentation, ensuring all procedures are clearly defined and followed.

Sustainability Initiatives :

Integrate sustainable practices into product development, focusing on reducing the environmental impact of our products.

Explore the use of recycled and bio-based materials in new product designs.

Support the company’s sustainability goals by developing products that meet or exceed environmental standards.

Project Management :

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Provide regular updates to management on project status, risks, and outcomes.

Collaborative Culture :

Exhibits a positive, energetic, can-do, winning attitude when representing the company to customers / clients.

Organized, analytical, creative, and adaptive in your approach to selling and problem solving.

Participates in internal and external training and development opportunities as required.

What we Value :

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field. A master’s degree or higher is preferred.

Experience : 2 - 5 years of experience in product development, innovation, or quality engineering within the nonwovens, plastics, polymers, consumer or industrial products or related industry.

Technical Skills :

Strong knowledge of nonwoven materials, processes, and applications.

Microsoft Office 365 – PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Power BI, CRM

Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools.

Experience with quality control methods and lean manufacturing principles.

Knowledge of Statistical and AI tools

Soft Skills :

Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Strong organizational and planning skills

Strong time management skills to balance the territory needs while executing focus initiatives.

Attention to detail and follow through.

Excellent customer service skills, ability to lead and collaborate within a team.

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to creatively to turn challenges into opportunities.

Excellent analytical and listening skills.

Have a sense of urgency in responding to external and internal customers.

Use proactive measures to increase customer satisfaction and company profitability.

Be a dependable team player who seeks continuous improvement in yourself.

Why Join FyterTech Nonwovens?

Innovation-Driven Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of the nonwovens industry.

Career Growth : Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

Impact : Contribute to the creation of products that improve quality of life and sustainability.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

This position will require travel between the Green Bay and De Pere, WI facilities and potentially minimal travel external.

Ability to climb, walk, do light lifting, sit for extended periods, or stand for prolonged periods.

Performs other duties as may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this position. These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Measures of Performance :

Safety, quality, accuracy, reliability, friendliness, thoroughness and timeliness of services provided to internal and external customers; adherence to FyterTech policies and procedures; ability to earn the trust and respect of employees and co-workers; effectively communicates and develops good working relationships with co-workers; professional workplace appearance and conduct; keeps FyterTech, customer information confidential; participates in training and appropriate professional development; reliability in reporting to work regularly and on time; understands and adheres to FyterTech policies and procedures.

This job description outlines the responsibilities and qualifications expected from the Product Development & Innovation Engineer, emphasizing the role's importance in driving innovation, improving product quality, and supporting the company's strategic objectives.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion :

FyterTech history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience, and background. We find that this diversity and openness ensures that all our associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking, and cultivates collaboration, trust, and respect.

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