Plastics Processing Specialist

2 weeks ago


Connecticut, United States WorldBridge Partners - Leaders in Recruiting and Executive Search Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Compounding Lab Manager to support the global strategy of our client, a world-class manufacturer of Plastic Compounds. This is a critical role that plays a key part in the continued growth of the Americas and eventual global expansion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process Development: Provide expertise in compounding and molding activities, supporting product and application development, including upscaling and transfer to production.
  • Equipment Management: Supervise workshop technicians to operate and maintain molding, extrusion, and ancillary equipment.
  • Material Development: Mold, compound, or extrude materials for the Technical Department in support of technical projects, marketing studies, or sales needs.
  • Technical Expertise: Keep up to date on the latest innovations in compounding/extruding, make recommendations regarding equipment capability, and recommend new equipment/accessories as needed.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Technical group in Germany to align on best practices and transfer knowledge.
  • Documentation: Keep work instructions up to date and generate new ones as needed.
  • Scale-up Support: Assist new product scale-up to the manufacturing environment.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required, graduate degree preferred, in the fields of plastic processing, polymer/material science, or chemical engineering.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in polymer processing (compounding, injection molding).
  • Skills: Experience in polymer characterization – particularly rheology and mechanical properties, willingness to work with machinery, experience with compounding equipment, and experience with injection molding.
  • Additional Skills: Experience with processes like thermoforming or extrusion, statistical knowledge or DOE experience, ability to work productively in a team environment, and good written communication skills.


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