Sr Research & Development Engineer - Paper

Position Overview

This position is responsible for identifying and developing new product opportunities within the pressure sensitive industry to support Green Bay Packaging’s (GBP's) growth strategy. The role works closely with Sales, Marketing, customers, and internal teams to define market needs and deliver robust, financially sound product solutions. This position ensures new product initiatives are well managed from concept through qualification while staying aligned with industry trends and technologies. The role reports directly to the Technical Director.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales & Marketing to define gaps in GBP’s product portfolio and identify new growth opportunities within the pressure sensitive industry.
• Work directly with customers to understand and define their wants, needs & associated value of new technologies·
• Developing new products that meet customer CTQs and are robust in design. Defining manufacturing and quality specifications for products.
• Partnering with Manufacturing and Procurement teams on product developments, process developments, and process improvements with the goal of creating growth-enabling new products and optimizing profit margins.
• Serving as an internal subject matter expert to GBP in all areas of paper.
• Staying abreast of new paper and related coating technologies and evolving trends in the PSA industry through engagement with suppliers, customers, and industry conferences.
• Leading new raw material qualifications in a timely fashion.
• Supporting process optimization and troubleshooting in the manufacturing plant.
• This is on-site position at our Division Headquarters in Green Bay, WI.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years of Technical/Product Development experience in a related industry.
• BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, or Material Science & Engineering; advanced degree is a plus.
• Background in paper and paper coatings.
• Knowledge of pressure-sensitive papers, films, release liners and converting processes.
• Hands-on experience with a variety of coating and converting process equipment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.