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Process/Chemical Engineers (Gulf Area)
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This posting does not reflect a current vacancy; however, we desire to connect with Chemical Engineers in the hopes of future opportunities.
Job Title: Chemical/Process Engineer Talent Pipeline
Locations: Baton Rouge, LA, Waggaman, LA, Houston, TX, Baytown, TX, Orange, TX
Job Type: Future Opportunity | Full-Time | On-Site
Build Your Career with us!
Ecoservices, is seeking experienced (min of 5 plus years) Chemical/Process Engineers to join our team.
“Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
This is an evergreen job posting designed to connect with experienced chemical engineers to build a pipeline of candidates.
? Examples of Roles May Include:
• Process Engineer
• Process Controls Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Process Optimization Engineer
? What You Bring
• Prior chemical engineering experience from a chemical/refinery or process industry
• Safety-first mindset and reliability
• Willingness to work and gain more exposure
? Why Join Us
• Competitive wages, bonus, and benefits
• Better work life balance and opportunities to grow
• A mission-driven environment that values integrity, teamwork, and respect
? Important Note:
This posting is not for an immediate opening but to build a pipeline of engineering talent. This posting does not reflect a current vacancy; however, we desire to connect with Chemical Engineers in the hopes of future opportunities.
Process/Chemical Engineers (Gulf Area)
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Job Description
This posting does not reflect a current vacancy; however, we desire to connect with Chemical Engineers in the hopes of future opportunities.
Job Title: Chemical/Process Engineer Talent Pipeline
Locations: Baton Rouge, LA, Waggaman, LA, Houston, TX, Baytown, TX, Orange, TX
Job Type: Future Opportunity | Full-Time | On-Site
Build Your Career with us!
Ecoservices, is seeking experienced (min of 5 plus years) Chemical/Process Engineers to join our team.
“Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
This is an evergreen job posting designed to connect with experienced chemical engineers to build a pipeline of candidates.
? Examples of Roles May Include:
• Process Engineer
• Process Controls Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Process Optimization Engineer
? What You Bring
• Prior chemical engineering experience from a chemical/refinery or process industry
• Safety-first mindset and reliability
• Willingness to work and gain more exposure
? Why Join Us
• Competitive wages, bonus, and benefits
• Better work life balance and opportunities to grow
• A mission-driven environment that values integrity, teamwork, and respect
? Important Note:
This posting is not for an immediate opening but to build a pipeline of engineering talent. This posting does not reflect a current vacancy; however, we desire to connect with Chemical Engineers in the hopes of future opportunities.
Maintenance Technician - Chemical Industry
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Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.
At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress-developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.
This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what's next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.
We don't follow the status quo-we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.
We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development-equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.
Your Future Starts Here.
If you're ready to push limits, reimagine what's possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.
Anything is possible when you imagine everything.
What We Offer!
At Hexion, we prioritize providing progressive, inclusive, and competitive benefits that acknowledge the valuable contributions made by our associates while enhancing their overall well-being and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- Healthcare, Vision, Dental and Parental Leave
- 3 weeks' vacation to start
- 401k Match
- 16 hours paid volunteering time
Position Overview
Serves as a Site Maintenance Technician (mechanic). A Maintenance Technician should be fully (and demonstrably) confident of their technical and personal abilities and should be able to use their abilities to positively affect the personnel and plant around them on a daily basis. A Maintenance Technician should be willing to play a larger role in "looking outward" and promoting positive change throughout the entire plant.
Job Responsibilities
- Installing, configuring, troubleshooting, maintaining, and documenting plant process equipment, instrumentation, and control systems.
- Ensures work is captured in SAP maintenance module system.
- Participates in plant safety, environmental, and production programs, including improvement teams.
- Assists with project activities as necessary.
- Environmental compliance, quality control, inventory management, housekeeping, and maintenance within the resin department.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by Leadership.
Safety:
- Ensures that safe work practices are followed; ensures Hexion FPD Safety Manual is followed.
- Participates in safety audits, training, inspections, and PSM/PHA activities.
- Ensures that unsafe conditions are resolved in a timely manner.
- Ensures al incident management and emergency communications are completed.
- Direct emergency response activities and play a leadership role in developing and executing emergency preparedness drills.
- Ensures excellent housekeeping is maintained at all times. Ability to safely direct activities during resin unit maintenance and operational changes (including safe work and hot work permits, etc.).
- Initiate Management of Change process by recognizing changes within the process that necessitate the Management of Change process.
- Ensures environmental policies and practices are followed and that spills are properly reported and managed. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the site air permit and waste management program and assists in training of other employees. Participates in the investigation of quality incidents and takes action to prevent recurrence.
- Ensures that maintenance procedures are adequate and followed.
- Demonstrates analytical insight and process knowledge of entire production process.
- Coordinates, schedules, performs, and completes work orders and PM inspections technically.
- Ensures all I&E and mechanical work and inputs information into SAP maintenance system to record and document repair.
- Performs hands-on mechanical installation, repair, and maintenance for all process equipment at the site.
- Build maintenance/equipment technical data and update equipment files.
- Develop and maintain inventory of maintenance materials and equipment spare parts.
- Interact with vendors in getting parts identified properly for ordering and delivery.
- Gain an intimate understanding of process and process variables.
- Works closely with the Regional Mechanical Integrity & Reliability Specialists to maintain consistent equipment standards of operability and documentation.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed.
- Willingness and ability to coordinate the activities of the team when a resin outage occurs.
- Effectively troubleshoots and solves operational issues.
- Demonstrates analytical insight and process knowledge and the ability to offer appropriate and timely corrective actions. Willingness and courage to accept the responsibility for one's actions, act appropriately based upon the situation, and be accountable for the results.
- Independently completes day-to-day tasks with minimal supervision and to complete other special assignments, with an appropriate level of supervisory involvement.
- Ensures reporting and resolution of process or mechanical variations or deviations.
- Knowledge of SAP maintenance modules including the work order notification process.
- Assists in scheduling shutdowns to maintain reliable and efficient operations.
- Leadership Works well with others; promotes attitude of continuous improvement.
- Effectively manages change in a positive way.
- Adheres to all Company policies and procedures.
- Willingness and ability to represent site management during their shift (observes all rules and company requirements whether management is present or not).
- Assists Shift Leaders to direct shift activities of operating personnel, contractors, etc. during routine and abnormal operations if required.
- 5 years of experience in industrial mechanic and instrumentation
- Excellent organizational, communication and planning skills; learns quickly, and is detail oriented
- Ability to read mechanic, electronic and pneumatic schematics
- Ability to troubleshoot instrumentation systems
- Understanding of chemical plant processes while demonstrating good safety practices
- Mechanical experience with pumps and motors
- Pipefitting, conduit installation/wiring and general millwright skills
- Must be available for night call-ins
- Experienced forklift operator
- Understanding of process equipment
- Good trouble shooting skills
- Attention to Detail
- Computer experience
- Good Organization Skills
- Strong Mechanical Aptitude
- Strong Team Player
- Ability to Multi-Task
- Self-Starter
- Must be able to analyze and interpret data, come to sound conclusion and make recommendations
Physical: Walking, driving, standing, lifting 55 pounds repeatedly, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, fingering, talking, hearing, and seeing. Ability to enter confined spaces and wear a respirator.
Aptitudes: Must possess the ability to understand the meaning of words and their ideas, as well as instructions and their underlying principles. Perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately and possess eye-hand motor coordination.
Temperaments: Must have the ability to accept responsibility, perform duties under stress, adapt to situations requiring preciseness, and adapt to changing duties and responsibilities. Must be able to adapt to situations involving the interpretation of feelings, ideas, or facts; be able to influence people in the opinions, attitudes, or judgments; and be able to generalize, evaluate, make decisions, and perform repetitive work.
Education
High School Diploma
GED
Other
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site and, be at least 18 years of age. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test and background investigation, as well as authorization for the Company to conduct additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. A prior criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment, and the Company will conduct an individualized assessment and reassessment, consistent with applicable law, prior to making any final employment decision.
Senior Process Safety Engineer - Chemical Industry
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and conduct comprehensive Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) programs in accordance with OSHA and other relevant standards.
- Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for chemical processes.
- Review and approve Process Safety Information (PSI) and operating procedures.
- Oversee management of change (MOC) processes to ensure safety implications are addressed.
- Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses (RCAs) for process safety events.
- Develop and deliver process safety training programs to engineers, operators, and technicians.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and industry codes.
- Participate in Process Safety Audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on process safety to project teams and plant personnel.
- Stay abreast of new technologies, methodologies, and best practices in process safety engineering.
- Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and maintenance departments to integrate safety into all aspects of design and operation.
- Contribute to the development of emergency response plans and procedures.
- Ensure the safe design and operation of new and modified processes in **Chicago, Illinois, US**.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process safety engineering, specifically within the chemical or petrochemical industry.
- In-depth knowledge of PSM elements, including PHA, MOC, PSSR, and mechanical integrity.
- Proven experience with hazard analysis software and techniques.
- Strong understanding of applicable safety regulations (e.g., OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and influence stakeholders.
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation is highly desirable.
Human Resource Business Partner, Chemical Industry
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The world needs creative solutions. We need YOU!
Where the chemistry happens.
Global Chemical company's chemicals division encompasses the entire materials know-how regarding innovative, customized plastics and polyurethanes under one roof. Globally, the division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions. Key drivers of profitability and growth are our close collaboration with customers and a clear focus on solutions. Strong capabilities in R&D provide the basis to develop innovative products and applications. This division/organization has 18 union and non-union operational sites, and the North American headquarters is near Detroit, Michigan.
We are seeking a professional like you to join our team and be responsible for HR Business Partnering for Manufacturing in North America. In this role, you will collaborate with the HR team to advise and consult the regional leadership team on various sites on HR policies and processes along the entire HR value chain. In addition, you will be responsible for driving results by leveraging your knowledge and HR functional excellence in four key areas: Talent, Leadership, Organization and Culture.
Travel for this position might be up to 10%.
As an HRBP, you will:
- Leveraging your background in Human Resources with your profound HRBP experience in Operations, you will work in leading strategic HR processes for your client group, as well as deploy HR measures related to operational level strategy implementation and change management projects.
- Relying upon your consulting and coaching experience you will work with senior leaders in various sites and plants to provide strategy, guidance and solutions, as well as make decisions during times of ambiguity on a variety of situations. You will also plan, manage, and deliver unit-or site-specific consulting projects, in a highly self-directed environment and will be responsible for successful implementation.
- Your superior communication skills will serve you well as you lead meetings with your client group all over the region NA, as well as partner with leadership and Talent Acquisition to identify and assess talent in personnel planning and the recruitment of internal and external applicants.
- As a self-starter, you will be the key strategic HR contact for operations leaders across multiple sites, with support from the Company shared services hub,
- Demonstrating your collaboration and influencing skills, you will partner with COEs, Labor Relations Team and the HR Service Center to develop solutions and oversee the execution of tasks. You will also facilitate the annual performance management process and talent review process.
- Your proficiency in Microsoft Office will be essential, as you create presentations, pivot tables, and v look-ups, as well as use data analytics tools like SuccessFactors and Visier.
- Displaying your exceptional leadership skills, you will coach, counsel, and strategize with the regional leadership team members in partnership with global alignment of processes.
- Your strong business acumen will be key, as you partner with regional COEs / Service Centers to deliver HR operational excellence on topics related to employee development, investigations, transfers, paid leaves, employment status, laws, absences, disciplinary actions and resignations.
- Your change and project management skills will be essential in managing multiple day-to-day activities, as well as engage in business related projects related to the PMN Priority Team such as community relations, external partnerships, and PM Business Onboarding to build organization capability.
- Utilizing your ability to learn the organization and culture to drive results and build organization capability, you will act as a proactive change agent in fostering positive employee relations for non-union and labor relations in union environments, as well as demonstrate leadership and collaborate among the HR Team to identify opportunities for continuous improvement using Six Sigma principles.
- Collaborative team player with a bias for action.
Qualifications
If you have.
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Accounting, Finance or related discipline
- 10+ years of working experience in Human Resources
- Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with MS Excel, Office,
Word and Power Point
- Strong data reporting and analysis skills with attention to detail
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
Global chemicals company with excellent benefit plans, compensation and team culture. Exciting role where you can showcase your HRBP skills to influence change where needed, be a part of the leadership structure of this division. Lots of career growth opportunity.
Director, Research & Development
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About Us
Founded in 2003, Noodle & Boo is a mission-driven consumer goods company dedicated to using its products and profit to help children in need. Noodle & Boo sets a luxury standard in prestige skin care and laundry essentials for the whole family. Products are available via noodleandboo.com, fine retailers including Nordstrom, Dillards, and Von Maur, along with 3,000+ specialty retailers, hospitals, and pharmacies. Portfolio products can be found at Target, Costco, and other big box value retailers.
Noodle & Boos purpose is to bridge the gap for children who do not have parents that can fight for them. Every month, Noodle & Boo donates time, product, and money to worthy organizations that share our vision.
As a privately held company committed to American-made goods, Noodle & Boos culture is a tapestry of social responsibility, family-centric values, and fiercely committed individuals who feel like they are truly making a difference in the world.
Noodle & Boo is committed to formulating and delivering high-performance, science-backed products with the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and sustainability. As we continue to grow and expand our product portfolio and market reach, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Research and Development (R&D) to lead our R&D and Quality functions.
The Director of R&D will play a pivotal role in the ideation, formulation, testing, and launch of new skin care products, while also overseeing quality assurance, regulatory compliance, supply chain forecasting, contract manufacturing relationships, and the operations of our distribution facility. This role demands a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and proven management capabilities in the personal care industry.
ResponsibilitiesNew Product Development
- Lead formulation and development of new skin care and home care products from concept to commercialization.
- Partner with marketing, regulatory, and operations teams to align product development with brand goals, timelines, and market trends.
- Oversee clinical testing, consumer studies, and product stability protocols.
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust QA/QC systems in compliance with FDA, ISO, and GMP standards.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with U.S. and international regulatory requirements for cosmetic and OTC products.
- Monitor and address customer complaints and quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Supply Chain Management
- Manage relationships with contract manufacturers and raw material suppliers.
- Oversee vendor qualification, audits, and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to optimize cost, lead times, and inventory.
Forecasting & Distribution Oversight
- Work with cross-functional teams to develop accurate product forecasts to support demand planning.
- Ensure seamless coordination between product availability, warehousing, and fulfillment.
- Lead process improvements in the distribution facility to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Provide direct leadership to distribution center operations, including warehousing, order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping logistics.
- Implement systems to ensure on-time, accurate, and compliant order processing, including cold chain or sensitive product handling where applicable.
- Coordinate closely with customer service, logistics providers, and e-commerce teams to ensure seamless fulfillment and client satisfaction.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in R&D within the cosmetics, personal care, or pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong working knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Experience managing warehousing and distribution functions, preferably in a regulated environment.
- Proven success in overseeing cross-functional operations including manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and project management skills.
- ERP and inventory management system proficiency (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or similar) highly preferred.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plan
- Company sponsored Life Insurance
- 401(k) with guaranteed company contribution
- Paid Time Off (designed to reward tenure)
- Paid Holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years
- Generous product discounts
- Casual work atmosphere with a friendly, work-life-balance culture
- Complementary snacks, drinks and goodies
Noodle & Boo is an equal opportunity employer. Noodle & Boo provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.
Recruitment Agencies: Noodle & Boo doesn't typically partner with 3rd party recruitment resources. If we require assistance on this search we will contact selected partners directly; we do not accept unsolicited candidate submissions.
#J-18808-LjbffrResearch & Development Specialist
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Support Innovation • Shape thew Future • Grow Your Career
Join an established food manufacturer's most exciting strategic initiative!
gpac has partnered with a major poultry producer who has asked for a confidential search for a Research & Development Specialist to be a key member of their rebranding team, combining food science expertise with culinary skills to develop products that embody the new brand identity. This is your opportunity to gain cutting-edge retail product development experience while using your core R&D skills in a supportive team.
About the Company:
- Largest employer in the region with 4,500+ employees
- Top 5 producer of school lunch programs nationally
- Top 20 manufacturing companies in the state
- Support Product Development Manager on technical aspects of retail product innovation
- Conduct laboratory testing and analysis for new retail-focused products
- Assist with bench sample development and commercialization processes
- Maintain food safety protocols (HACCP, GMP, SQF) throughout development
- Document and analyze test results for product optimization
- Support sales presentations with technical data and product specifications
- 3-5 years in food manufacturing required (poultry strongly preferred)
- Laboratory and R&D experience with hands-on technical skills
- Food safety knowledge and understanding of quality assurance
- Bachelor's degree in food science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred)
- Team collaboration skills - you'll work closely with Product Development Manager
- Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
- Knowledge of FSIS labeling and Nutritional Software is a plus
- Competitive salary: $45,000 - $0,000 + excellent benefits package
- Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k with 4% company match
- HSA contribution: 1,000 annual company investment
- Job security: Essential support role for company's biggest strategic initiative
- Growth path: Opportunities within Sales, Customer Service, and potential department head
This is a confidential search. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates.
Apply Now! Send your resume and availability to Tanya Allison at for immediate consideration.
Keywords: R&D Specialist, Food Science, Product Development, Research and Development, Culinary R&D, Food Safety (HACCP, SQF), Poultry Manufacturing, Brand Development, Commercialization, Trend Research,
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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Research Development Officer
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(G&C Officer -Rsrch Prgrm Dev, 9781 RP)This position serves a leading role in helping position the University to win transformative awards from government and nonprofit funders that help it address complex societal challenges and achieve breakthrough Research, Development, Officer, Faculty, Proposal, Project Management, Education, Business Services
Research & Development Specialist
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Support Innovation • Shape thew Future • Grow Your Career
Join an established food manufacturer's most exciting strategic initiative!
gpac has partnered with a major poultry producer who has asked for a confidential search for a Research & Development Specialist to be a key member of their rebranding team, combining food science expertise with culinary skills to develop products that embody the new brand identity. This is your opportunity to gain cutting-edge retail product development experience while using your core R&D skills in a supportive team.
About the Company:
- Largest employer in the region with 4,500+ employees
- Top 5 producer of school lunch programs nationally
- Top 20 manufacturing companies in the state
- Support Product Development Manager on technical aspects of retail product innovation
- Conduct laboratory testing and analysis for new retail-focused products
- Assist with bench sample development and commercialization processes
- Maintain food safety protocols (HACCP, GMP, SQF) throughout development
- Document and analyze test results for product optimization
- Support sales presentations with technical data and product specifications
- 3-5 years in food manufacturing required (poultry strongly preferred)
- Laboratory and R&D experience with hands-on technical skills
- Food safety knowledge and understanding of quality assurance
- Bachelor's degree in food science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred)
- Team collaboration skills - you'll work closely with Product Development Manager
- Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
- Knowledge of FSIS labeling and Nutritional Software is a plus
- Competitive salary: $45,000 - $0,000 + excellent benefits package
- Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k with 4% company match
- HSA contribution: 1,000 annual company investment
- Job security: Essential support role for company's biggest strategic initiative
- Growth path: Opportunities within Sales, Customer Service, and potential department head
This is a confidential search. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates.
Apply Now! Send your resume and availability to Tanya Allison at for immediate consideration.
Keywords: R&D Specialist, Food Science, Product Development, Research and Development, Culinary R&D, Food Safety (HACCP, SQF), Poultry Manufacturing, Brand Development, Commercialization, Trend Research,
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Research & Development Manager
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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. Were one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the worlds most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industrys best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, wed love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
With limited supervision from the R&D Director, the R&D Manager is responsible for managing analytic labs, supporting technical services at mills and converters, and leading product development initiatives from concept through commercialization.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct analytical analysis of samples using FTIR, GCMS, Optical Microscope, and all Tappi-based test equipment.
- Lead investigations utilizing both internal and external analytical resources.
- Provide expertise in board and converting to offer recommendations based on sample analytics.
- Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot board, coating, converting, and printing technical issues.
- Support new product development (NPD) initiatives for the mill division and AMC as needed.
- Conduct competitive analysis including board comparisons, business models, competitor capabilities, and future capacity.
- Offer technical insight into proposed capital equipment installations.
- Establish and maintain key relationships with suppliers.
- Assist in the development of existing and new GPI packaging concepts, focusing on manufacturability.
- Lead coating, calendaring, and wet-end trials at mills.
- Develop cost models for new paperboard machinery and processes, including capital estimation and requirements.
- Provide engineering expertise to support R&D activities aligning with new business objectives.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on customer commitments and timelines.
- Prepare and present detailed reports and presentations on project progress to senior staff and customers.
- Engage with customers during concept, design, and process development phases for new packaging initiatives.
- Expertise in paper and paperboard physical properties and coating technology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and safely operate in a manufacturing environment, including handling industrial chemicals and machinery.
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers, teams, and executive leadership.
- Willingness to travel (1-2 trips per month).
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. Seniority level
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
- Industries Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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