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Resin Specialist – BOPP Technology
Taghleef Industries. Serve as the global technical expert on polypropylene resins used for BOPP film production .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in polypropylene resin technology, particularly for BOPP film production, with a strong focus on resin structure-property relationships, processing optimization, and supplier collaboration. Capable of leading technical trials and providing comprehensive support for manufacturing challenges and product development.
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Polypropylene Resin TechnologyBOPP Film ManufacturingResin Structure-Property RelationshipsZiegler-Natta Catalyst SystemsMetallocene PP Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Polymer EngineeringChemical EngineeringMaterials ScienceResin Manufacturing TechnologiesRheologyAdditive TechnologyDownstream Applications KnowledgeExtrusion OptimizationRoot Cause AnalysisTechnical Documentation Review
Soft Skills
Technical TrainingCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Polymer EngineeringMaster's or Ph.D. in Polymer Science (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
BOPP FilmPolypropylene ChemistrySupplier QualificationSustainability InitiativesCircular EconomyProcess Variability AnalysisFilm Processing PerformanceResin ContaminationHeat Seal TechnologiesPackaging Applications
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Serve as the global technical expert on polypropylene resins used for BOPP film production
- Develop understanding of resin structure-property relationships and their impact on film processing and performance
- Recommend optimal resin grades for film applications
- Evaluate alternative resin technologies
- Establish global resin selection standards and technical specifications
- Support manufacturing in Terre Haute with resin-related production issues
- Analyze process variability caused by resin characteristics
- Optimize extrusion and stretching conditions
- Improve line efficiency and minimize waste, breaks, gels, fisheyes, and process instability
- Participate in root cause analysis for major production problems
- Act as technical interface with global resin suppliers and procurement
- Qualify new resin suppliers and resin grades
- Lead resin performance trials
- Review supplier technical documentation
- Benchmark supplier technologies and innovations
- Build technical partnerships with resin manufacturers
- Support development of new BOPP film products and recommend resin formulations
- Provide technical support for melt fracture, gels, fish eyes, die build-up, bubble instability, gauge variation, stretching breaks, low output, surface defects, haze, optical defects, heat seal inconsistencies, COF variations, poor metallization performance, and resin contamination
- Monitor global resin technology developments and recommend improvements
- Evaluate new catalyst technologies
- Investigate bio-based and recycled PP resins
- Support circular economy initiatives
- Identify opportunities for downgauging and improved sustainability
- Interpret resin characterization data, including MFI, molecular weight distribution, density, isotacticity, xylene solubles, ash content, DSC, crystallinity, and rheology
- Correlate laboratory results with plant performance
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Global Procurement, Quality, R&D, Product Development, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Operations
- Provide technical training to plant teams worldwide
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Plastics Engineering, or a related discipline
- 8–15 years of experience in polypropylene resin technology
- Minimum 5 years supporting BOPP film manufacturing
- Strong understanding of resin manufacturing technologies
- Experience working with major PP resin suppliers
- Strong understanding of polypropylene chemistry
- Knowledge of Ziegler-Natta catalyst systems
- Knowledge of metallocene PP
- Knowledge of random copolymers, impact copolymers, and homopolymers
- Knowledge of BOPP extrusion
- Knowledge of TDO/MDO orientation
- Knowledge of rheology
- Knowledge of additive technology
- Knowledge of slip systems, antiblock technology, nucleating agents, and processing aids
- Knowledge of downstream applications including packaging, labels, lamination, metallization, printing, and heat seal technologies
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Master's or Ph.D. in Polymer Science preferred
- Preferred experience with suppliers such as LyondellBasell, Borealis, Braskem, ExxonMobil, INEOS, SABIC, Reliance Industries, TotalEnergies, CNPC, and Sinopec
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Additional life insurance coverage for spouse and dependent children available through payroll deductions
- Flexible spending accounts
- Company-funded health savings accounts
- Fitness reimbursement
- Tuition assistance
- 401(k) with a company match
- Equal employment opportunities and inclusive workplace