Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer & Technical ServiceMaryland Heights, MOSpartech offers a competitive salary, incentives, and benefit programsSpartech LLC, headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging industries with numerous locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day— for example if you start your morning with a yogurt or your child eats a single serving peanut butter—you may have already seen some of our materials. More unique uses of our materials can be seen in Military or security applications, for example, with bullet proof materials. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications—we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.Job SummarySupport thermoforming application development through trials, equipment, and process development for thin and thick gauge manufacturing.  Identify and match technical performance attributes of products to new application opportunities identified by Sales and Marketing.RequirementsEssential Functions Manage and support new product development programs. Manage new product and process development projects at the Technology Center. Support manufacturing as new technologies are moved to commercialization. Provide technical assistance to customers, especially new developmental projects. Identify, document and provide technical assistance on capturing new intellectual property opportunities. Match new business opportunities with existing product technology. Identify and provide technical insight in assessment of external technology offerings. Provide technical support for all thermoforming applications at customer locations.  Education & Experience Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related or equivalent With B.S. degree, five years packaging experience in the field of extrusion and thermoforming equipment and processes. Must have thermoforming in plastics for thin and thick gauge applications. Preferred experience with barrier polymers. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong project management skills. Ability to travel 30-40% of the time. Knowledge of key production processes (extrusion, thermoforming, etc.) and polymer behavior Knowledge of polymers utilized in plastics manufacturing (extrusion – thermoforming). Knowledge of key equipment utilized in extrusion, thermoforming and part finishing Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with all levels and types of internal and external individuals, including customers and suppliers. Ability to work in and support a team environment Ability to write operational and project reports, correspondence, policies and procedures High level of proficiency in computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,  and Microsoft Power Point Analytical and mathematical skills necessary to collect, interpret, and act on process trials and activities Ability to meet physical demands associated with position, with or without reasonable accommodation. BenefitsWe offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day OneBenefits include: Medical, Dental, & Vision. Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs. Flexible spending accounts. 401(k) with a strong matching program. 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date). 11 paid holidays. Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.