Technical Director
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Materials Engineering, Quality Engineering
We are seeking a Technical Director to lead and define the next generation of our extrusion coating, laminating, and converting technologies. This role will replace a long‑tenured technical leader and offers a rare opportunity to shape the technical direction of a growing, customer‑focused manufacturer in the flexible packaging and graphic arts markets. This role will be on‑site in our Darien, WI facility.
This is not a maintenance role—this is a hands‑on technical leadership position responsible for driving innovation, solving complex customer challenges, and aligning materials, processes, and performance to win in the market.
What You’ll Own- Technical leadership across extrusion coating, lamination, and coating processes
- Development and optimization of multi‑layer packaging structures
- Expertise and application of adhesive systems (solventless, solvent‑based, water‑based)
- Material selection and performance across substrates:
- Polyolefins (PE, PP)
- Polyester (PET)
- Foil, paper, and specialty films
- Direct involvement in:
- Customer technical support and problem‑solving
- New product development and commercialization
- Process optimization and troubleshooting on the plant floor
- Direct impact on revenue growth and customer success
- High visibility with executive leadership
- Ability to define technical strategy
, not just execute it - Opportunity to modernize and evolve a well‑established technical foundation
- 10+ years in flexible packaging, coatings, or converting
Deep hands‑on experience in at least one:
- Extrusion coating
- Laminations
Strong working knowledge of:
- Adhesive chemistries and applications
- Film substrates and performance characteristics
- Converting processes and equipment
Proven ability to:
- Solve complex technical problems
Interface with customers and suppliers - Translate technical capability into business value Ideal Background
- Technical leader at a flexible packaging manufacturer
- Senior application engineer from an adhesive or film supplier
- R&D or process leader in coatings, laminations, or extrusion
You will work closely with our current Technical Director to ensure a successful transition of knowledge, relationships, and processes.
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