Packaging Engineer Job at Stepan Company, Elwood, IL

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  • Stepan Company
  • Elwood, IL

Job Description

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to work with the Stepan Packaging Team to assist in various issues related to the packaging of specialty and commodity chemicals. The work also entails assisting in developing a comprehensive packaging program at Stepan. The types of packages and containers include pails, drums, totes, metal storage tanks and large storage vessels. 


Responsibilities: 
• Interpret Corrosion/Materials of Construction results for various materials such as: plastics, metals, coatings and elastomers. 
• Evaluate and recommend new and existing packaging for new and existing chemical products. This would require working with the Packaging Team. 
• Assist with customer package complaint investigations. 
• Familiar with ASTM methods for Materials of Construction testing. 
• Familiar with material compatibility. 
• Work to normalize packaging suppliers across the US. 
• Validation of new package suppliers. 
• Work with operations on issues related to packaging containers such as drums or totes. 
• Work within the SAP framework to organize drum and tote codes and SKU’s. 
• Develop internal package specifications that must be met by manufacturers. 
• Develop a process or framework to work between the business team, operations and container vendors to determine the best container for a specific product from the appropriate vendor. 
• Assist in determining the allowable years of use of a particular container. 

 

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in packaging of specialty and commodity chemicals to include pales, totes, drums, metal storage tanks, etc. 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field 

 

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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

 

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

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