Non-Woven Development Scientist

The duties and responsibilities of the Non-Woven Development Scientist will consist of the following :

• Develops, leads, and guides vendor review meetings and help to qualify vendors
• Directs larger scope projects within area of expertise by managing discussions, timelines, and expectations of cross functional teams
• Establishes conclusions with the trail data results and will be the key driver in making recommendations based on current project scope and what can be accomplished in the present state
• Provides larger scope onsite trial support & direction at Raw Material Vendors within area of expertise
• Designs DOE (design of experiment) trials and experiments to determine applicable manufacturing specifications are acceptable to our suppliers and our internal manufacturing teams
• Provides Global Product / Material operations support as requested
• Performs as evaluation of existing patents and initiating the right to practice opinion process
• Identifies and evaluates university research / resources and provides recommendations to collaborate on Global Product / Material projects
• Participates in consumer research to drive development of next generation products
• Provides technical information and data support for customer meetings
• Demonstrate commitment to company’s Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence
• Associates have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of each associate’s essential accountabilities
• Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed, or requested
• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Steve Sapita at [email protected].

JO : 288.24SS

Technical Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 4 years’ experience in the nonwovens, paper, or pulp industry in one or more of the following functions : Research and Development, Product or Process Development, Converting, or Engineering.

In lieu of 4 years of experience, willing to consider Master’s Degree and 2 years of relevant experience

Background in statistics. Understand data distributions and how to analyze and apply (Normal, Binormal, Exponential), Hypothesis testing.

Understanding Central limited theorem as it relates to developing and setting specifications in manufacturing environments, DOE, setup and execution using statistical software

• Complex Problem-Solving skills. Must be able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Knowledge of the fiber composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo is a definite plus.

This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods

• Production and Processing. Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Previous experience with web handling is highly desired
• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Steve Sapita at [email protected].

JO : 288.24SS