We are seeking an Associate Product Development Associate to create, develop, and implement new and proprietary designs of absorbent-related product systems. The position is responsible for executing projects in a timely, diligent, safe, and professional manner and contributing to the growth of the team and department.
Requirements
- Four-year technical degree (e.g. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science Engineering) or equivalent;
- 3+ years in R&D inventing, developing, and implementing new products;
- Knowledge of and experience with developing product systems for the retail market, preferably hygiene products;
- Knowledge of materials used in retail absorbent products (e.g. pulp, super absorbent polymers, nonwovens);
- Working knowledge of consumer product converting technologies for pulp, paper, and nonwoven materials;
- Experience with the process of searching, evaluating, and filing patents;
- Able to speak, read and write the English language and have strong oral and written communication skills;
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
- Paid time off (three-week minimum)
- Medical, dental and vision starting day one
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
- Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums