https://jobs.plasticsindustry.org Latest The Plastics Industry Career Center Jobs Thu, 23 Sep 2021 05:57:08 Z https://jobs.plasticsindustry.org/jobs/rss/15332759/plastics-engineer-sustainability-development-north-america https://jobs.plasticsindustry.org/jobs/rss/15332759/plastics-engineer-sustainability-development-north-america Portersville, Pennsylvania,  J OB TITLE :    Plastics Engineer REPORTS TO :  Director of Plastics Engineering LOCATION:   Portersville, PA (Pittsburgh area) / Indianapolis, IN / or Charlotte, NC POSITION SUMMARY :   The Plastics Engineer is responsible for providing technical support in all aspects of plastic part production including plastic material specification and selection, processing, part and mold design, and assembly and operation troubleshooting.  This role will focus on implementation of Keter’s 2025-2028 Sustainability targets for North America as related to raw material projects and reduction of carbon footprint.  This position will engage with all Keter North American Manufacturing facilities and collaborate with other Keter Global divisions.    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES : The Plastics Engineer will have responsibilities for the following: Lead Sustainability Material Projects across Keter North America Facilities Manage recurring Sustainability meetings and project timelines with Keter North American facilities Support onsite material, process and quality testing of new Sustainability materials and additives at Keter NA Facilities Create technical specifications for plastic raw material purchasing and suppliers to ensure products meet performance requirements Support internal and external production through the creation of product performance characteristics and product testing methods (critical to quality) Review material test results and provide guidance on results interpretation Plastics expert for all North American operations.  Provide guidance, education and technical support to all plant level process engineers and technicians Work directly with purchasing, quality, engineering, and other departments as a cross functional team member to help develop product and material solutions Collaboration with Keter NA Sustainability Team and all Facilities to drive other Sustainability projects related to recycling, energy consumption, reduction of carbon footprint, employee engagement and training, etc Adhere to all corporate engineering standards including but not limited to documentation and file management Cooperation with Global Keter Sustainability and Corporate initiatives and projects Manage projects for new technologies related to plastic part manufacturing. This may also include project management related to product and/or resin projects, material supplier development and equipment specifications and selection Autonomously plans and schedules own daily tasks, develops solutions to problems utilizing education, experience, and judgment Continue to monitor and report the current and future trends along with shifts in the overall usage and market of recycled resins in the marketplace               Required Skills / Abilities: Expert in polyolefin polymers Strong knowledge of plastics processing / process engineering, material selection and material testing methodology Solid understanding of Polymer Melt Rheology as it relates to Injection Molding Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills Able to interpret FEA analysis and mold flow simulation Must be a self-starter with strong leadership skills Excellent communication skills Preferred if candidate possess 3d modeling software knowledge Proficient is MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook) Willingness to travel 20-40% Passion for sustainability and proven track record of success in implementing sustainability initiatives Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Education / Experience: Bachelor of Science Engineering degree in Plastics Engineering, Plastics Engineering Technology or equivalent 5+ Years’ experience in a plastics or plastics manufacturing   About Keter   Keter is the innovative global leader in consumer lifestyle solutions for in and around the home. Keter invents, builds and brings to market an extensive range of patio furniture, indoor and outdoor storage solutions, tool storage systems and household organization products known for their durability, design, and functionality. Keter designs with the most innovative technologies and build with sustainable materials, creating lifestyle products that enhance people’s spaces, elevate their experiences and last a lifetime. With products available in over 100 countries through leading retailers, Keter’s global scale enables meeting the diverse home needs of consumers everywhere around the world Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:21:55 -0400