Senior Materials Engineer

Company: Avery Products Corporation
Location: Brea
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Combining dynamic capabilities in technology with ground-breaking ideas, Avery Products is an industry leader offering innovative products to a global marketplace. We have an opportunity for an experienced and hands-on *Senior Materials Engineer* to discover, source and develop materials and processes. The successful candidate will also work at the manufacturing sites to scale up new materials and processes to support all Avery businesses. Additionally, you will be responsible for discovering and developing new materials and processes based on emerging as well as existing technologies. Most development activities will involve narrow web converting and printing processes.The role is responsible for working with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and external vendors to define technologies (material, process, and systems) required for developing product roadmaps and execute product launches. Daily interactions and effective verbal and written communication will be required as part of cross-functional teams as well as with resources outside of Avery to drive business-critical projects to completion.*What we offer: ** Dynamic, energetic work environment with an exceptional talented workforce.* Competitive salary with annual bonus potential* Excellent comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Company provided and paid life insurance* Excellent 401K Retirement Plan with generous company match* Work life balance; 12 company paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick time* Hybrid work week: 1-2 days in office with option to telecommute the remainder of week.*Primary responsibilities: ** Work with technology (material & process) suppliers to identify and develop new materials and processes to support growth of all Avery businesses.* Participate in consumer research or product ideation. Seek to understand consumer needs and develop concepts, prototypes, and product solutions to meet these needs.* Develop raw material and product specifications.* Simultaneously lead and execute multiple challenging projects.* Work with internal cross functional team to identify, execute, and realize cost reduction opportunities for existing Avery businesses.* Participate in trouble shooting with cross-functional team to resolve variety of product or process-related issues, pertaining to new product launches or manufacturing of existing products.* Work in a cross-functional team environment with Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, and other members of the R& D department.* Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors or Avery/CCL personnel at other locations (domestic and international sites) for materials development and sourcing, equipment, trials, or to help troubleshoot issues during development.* Work under minimal supervision while following established guidelines and procedures.*Requirements: ** Minimum 4 - 5 years working experience in Materials or Chemical Engineering capacity, 7+ years preferred* Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Material Engineering, Master of Science in same fields an advantage* Ability to work successfully in a cross-functional team environment and under tight timelines* Experience with simultaneously managing multiple projects/activities to successful completion* Willingness to travel worldwide, but mostly to Tijuana, Mexico, for supporting, attending, and conducting trials - approximately 30-50%* Well-versed in multiple disciplines; i.E. design, materials,sciences.* Experience with digital printing and converting processes_All offers of employment are based on the successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Avery Products Corporation is an at-will employer. Employment is at will and, as such, are free to resign at any time without any reason. The company retains the right to terminate an employee's employment at any time with or without reason or notice.__Thank you for your time and consideration of this opportunity. Please include resume when responding_.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $90,000.00 $115,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday to FridaySupplemental pay types:* Bonus payApplication Question(s):* Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.G. H-1B visa status)?Education:* Bachelor's (Required)Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brea, CA 92821

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