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Applications Engineer & Technical Service (REQ704)

Spartech is a prominent provider of engineered materials solutions, focusing on sustainability and innovation for various demanding industries.

Spartech

Employee count: 1001-5000

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Applications Engineer & Technical Service

Maryland Heights, MO

Spartech offers a competitive salary, incentives, and benefit programs!

Spartech 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 Summary

Support 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.

Requirements

Essential 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.

Benefits

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day One!

Benefits 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.

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About Spartech

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Spartech is a leader in specialized solutions for engineered materials, committed to innovation and sustainability. Positioned at the forefront of the plastics manufacturing industry, we are dedicated to enhancing safety, efficiency, and performance across various sectors. With a focus on creating intelligent solutions, we cater to demanding markets including aerospace, healthcare, packaging, and more. Our custom-engineered materials and innovative processes empower our clients to meet rigorous standards while minimizing environmental impact.

At Spartech, our mission is to provide intelligent solutions that make the world a safer, easier, and better place to live. We achieve this by integrating sustainability into our operations; from developing lightweight materials for electric vehicles to producing high-performance packaging that prolongs food freshness. With a history dating back to 1960, we bring decades of expertise in material science and engineering to every project, ensuring quality and reliability for our customers. We believe in a future where innovation drives us towards a more sustainable world, incorporating the principle of ‘The World Made Better’ into our core values.

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