Materials Application Scientist; Polymer Solutions & Industrial Packaging
Job in
Downers Grove, DuPage County, Illinois, 60516, USA
Listed on 2025-11-14
Listing for:
Pave Talent
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-11-14
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Materials Application Scientist (Polymer Solutions & Industrial Packaging)
Join a dynamic R&D team as a Materials Application Specialist, where you'll drive the implementation of advanced polymer solutions for industrial packaging applications. This hands‑on role offers the unique opportunity to take projects from concept through commercialization, directly impacting products used worldwide in various industries.
This position is based in Downers Grove, IL.
Base pay range$85,000.00/yr - $/yr
Key Responsibilities- Implement material solutions for metal and plastic packaging applications
- Manage field trials and production implementation processes
- Analyze real‑world performance data to optimize material selection
- Provide technical guidance to manufacturing and product development teams
- Troubleshoot and resolve production and customer challenges on‑site
- Develop practical specifications for material applications
- Work directly with suppliers to source and test innovative materials
- Ensure compliance with industry standards
- Travel to production facilities and supplier sites (approximately 30% travel required)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands‑on experience implementing polymer solutions in manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated expertise working with industrial plastics, particularly polyethylene and related materials
- Experience with molding processes and material application techniques
- Strong project management capabilities with focus on practical implementation
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams
- Ability to travel domestically (some international travel may be required)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications
- Competitive compensation range: $85,000 - $100,000 annually
- Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, and education support
- Company‑matched 401(k)
- Stable work environment with a progressive manufacturing setting
- Opportunity to see your material solutions implemented in real‑world applications
- Mid‑Senior level
- Full‑time
- Engineering, Manufacturing, and Science
- Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
- Plastics Manufacturing
- Manufacturing
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