Sr NonWovens Engineer

Excellence Wanted.
About Us.

Nice-Pak is more than just a Nice Place to Work, and we owe it to our amazing team of nice people to ensure we are hiring new team members who can do more than just meet expectations. We aim to hire excellence.

At Nice-Pak, we manufacture products that touch (literally!) a person's every stage of life - from birth through adulthood to retirement - and worldwide! We are a leading manufacturer of wipes for major grocery, discount, drug, big box, and club membership retailers, and we care deeply about our associates and customers. We care about our environment too, which is why we stand by our commitment to sustainably source the materials that make our wipes work and support sustainable forestry through community engagement.

We live by our purpose of Creating Products for a Cleaner, Healthier World and it's important to us that each time we add someone to our Nice-Pak family, we do so with our purpose statement in mind so we can achieve a workforce as special as our customer base.
About the Job.

Position Title: Sr. Nonwovens Engineer
Department: Engineering Services
Employment Status: Full-time
Classification: Associate, Individual Contributor
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Manager, R&D
Positions Supervised: N/A

Why This Job is Important. As a Sr. Nonwovens Engineer, you will have a critical role within the Nice-Pak Research & Development division, leading product development efforts, and providing technical oversight for products in our private label and branded wet wipe portfolio. In this role, you will serve as the technical nonwoven R&D lead for project initiatives, advancing projects through the product development process and working cross-functionally with the R&D Team, Marketing, Consumer Insights, Procurement, Regulatory, Legal, and Operations teams to achieve the desired milestones and objectives. This position provides great opportunities to leverage existing experience while developing new technical skills and cultivates potential for career advancement in a dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging work environment.
About You.

What you can expect in this role:

• Lead all technical aspects for assigned projects and advance them through the product development process, working cross-functionally with the R&D Team, Marketing, Consumer Insights, Procurement, Regulatory, Legal, and Operations
• Lead research and development projects to innovate and improve nonwoven fabrics' performance, quality, and sustainability.
• Design and optimize performance for nonwoven materials from spunbond, airlaid, meltblown, carded, and other related technologies to better suit consumer needs.
• Work with internal and external partners to identify new nonwoven technologies and innovation opportunities that can be applied to Nice-Pak's portfolio for potential innovation and business growth opportunities
• Conduct material and process analysis to enhance product specifications and meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operation, quality, regulatory, and marketing, to ensure the successful scale-up and implementation of new products and technologies.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements affecting nonwoven materials and products.
• Prepare technical reports, patents, and presentations to share findings and innovations with internal teams, customer meetings and industrial conferences.
• Develop, write, and validate new test methods to support new technology/benefit claims validation
• Work closely with suppliers and customers to understand material requirements and to develop new materials that meet these needs.
• Lead efforts to improve sustainability and environmental performance of nonwoven products and processes.
• Supervise and develop any assigned direct reports, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

What we expect from you in the role:

• You must be a champion of Nice-Pak; we protect our people, products, and customers.
• To embrace and embody our Core Values: Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Project).
• Understand the product development process from concept ideation through launch
• Understand fibers/nonwoven materials and technologies
• 5-8+ years of prior work experience in the development of new products for personal care and or surface cleaning applications; previous experience working with nonwovens/wipes is an advantage
• Proven track record of developing and launching new products as part of a cross-functional team
• Prior experience working on either OTC or EPA products is a plus
• Proactive, results-oriented with good leadership skills and a drive for achievement
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and cross-functionally
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management skills
• Independent with a willingness to take on new challenges
• Strong problem-solving and project-management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt readily to change
• Strong intellectual curiosity - always looking for new ways to improve products or processes
• Bachelors' Degree in Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or related, relevant scientific discipline; Master's degree or PhD degree is a plus

How you will be measured:

• Achievement: Ability to deliver technical work on time, without issue, and in a quality manner
• Ownership: Ability to demonstrate strong ownership of assigned projects and project workability to work independently
• Partnership Skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team to achieve objectives
• Entrepreneurial Skills: Ability to demonstrate creativity in the role, explore new and more efficient ways of working, and contribute new product ideas

Where you will work:

• In a laboratory and office environment with some travel to manufacturing facilities, vendors, and trade show events

The daily tasks in this position require viewing computer screens, sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time in office and laboratory environments.

What You Can Count on From Us:

• We will provide a safe work environment.
• Working conditions free from unusual hazards or otherwise significantly unpleasant conditions.
• We want you to succeed and will invest in you and your career.
• You can count on us to encourage diversity, equity, and an atmosphere of inclusion.
• Great benefits that start when you do, including access to an onsite medical clinic available to you and your dependents (where applicable), 401(k) match, and vision, medical and dental coverage. We also offer tuition reimbursement, among other benefits.
• Excellent pay, commensurate with experience, with additional bonus opportunities. The pay range for the New Jersey/New York market is 90k - 120k based commensurate with experience.

The Non-Negotiable Things.

• No shortcuts are allowed. We expect you to support our culture of excellence, safety and integrity, and teamwork and hold others accountable for it.
• The law. Nice-Pak adheres to all local, state, and federal laws, and we expect every associate to do the same.
• You will work with many people, so you must be able to communicate respectfully, professionally, and purposefully both in writing and verbally.
• You must be committed to caring for our people - co-workers and customers. This means being a good listener, conducting yourself ethically, providing feedback respectfully, and being honest and fair.

The Important HR and Legal Stuff:

Nice-Pak is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire the most qualified individuals and do not tolerate discriminatory behavior. We adhere to ADA standards and will review reasonable accommodations to support our employees. Pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, may be conducted as allowed by law.
Apply Now:

If you are passionate about nonwovens and looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply to join our Nice-Pak family. Help us continue to provide safe and effective products that improve the lives of people around the world.

For more details and to apply, visit our careers page at Nice-Pak Careers.