Technical Leader - Packaging
Technical Leader - Packaging
crosslinkedKingsport, TN
yesterday
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticIndustrial Production Managers
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) ManufacturingAll Other Plastics Product ManufacturingUnlaminated Plastics Profile Shape Manufacturing
Apply for this role →The Technical Leader serves as the primary authority for extrusion and thermoforming applications, driving technology adoption and commercialization across global packaging markets. They are responsible for building deep technical relationships with customers and collaborating with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions and resolve complex technical challenges.
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a B.S. in a relevant scientific or engineering field with at least 15 years of industry experience, though a Master's or PhD with 10+ years is preferred. Extensive expertise in polymer science, extrusion and thermoforming processes, and structured problem-solving methodologies is required.
Key Skills:
Extrusion
Thermoforming
Polymer science
Application development
Design of experiments
Root cause analysis
Failure analysis
Technical troubleshooting
Commercialization
Consultative selling
Value-based communication
Technical service
Process optimization
Material selection
Project management
Benefits:
Medical coverage
Prescription-drug coverage
Dental coverage
Health savings account
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Critical-illness protection
Financial-planning tools
Family-building assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
401(k) with company match
Annual retirement contribution
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Paid vacation
Mentorship
Learning resources
Leadership programs
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Level
Manager
Location
Kingsport, TN
Occupation
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Industry
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing
Posted
yesterday