Materials Manager

Working for a global manufacturing of plastic packaging solutions for the food and beverage and personal care industries is availalbe. The new polymer plastics business unit is immediately hiring a Materials Manager / Senior Materials Engineer. If you have an interest in being apart of an innovative team and new business please consider applying.
Oversee research focused on PCR grade development
Identifies emerging trends and translates them into product opportunities
The candidate will work with procurement and operations to maintain a robust and cost-effective supply chain for all grades.
Candidate will monitor PCR resin competitors in mechanical and advanced recycling.
The candidate must have expertise in numerous processing technologies including but not limiting extrusion blow molding, thermoforming and injection molding of polyolefins.
Identify patentable inventions and manage IP as related to PolyCycle
Monitor industry patents to stay abreast of new developments in recycling
Turn research into commercial new products
Collaborate with operations to optimize the manufacturing process
Collaborate with sales/business development to maximize value to our customers

Qualifications
Ph.D. /MS or BS in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
Extensive experience in polymer research and development, including hands-on experience with polymer synthesis, characterization techniques, and processing methods.
Proven track record of leading research teams and delivering successful product innovations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Relocation, fantastic base salary, bonus, benefits