Materials Adhesive and Paint Engineer

Provide input on material selection and process compatibility

Work closely with the other materials engineers to co-develop best blend of materials

Provide purchasing functions for supplier evaluation, negotiation, and agreements

Fully support the Product Development Teams in implementing adhesive and paint applications

Work closely with the other materials engineers to co-develop best blend of materials

Develop relationships with suppliers to learn how to best utilize their products

Organize materials to be sent to Inteva sites for Engineering and Operations runs

Provide technical support at preproduction runs and troubleshoot issues in production

Investigate new paint and adhesive materials beneficial for cost savings at plant and PDT levels

Assist in developing best manufacturing processes for new adhesives and paint

Create, trial, and close out open issues related to current and new materials or issues with production

Must maintain extreme level of confidentiality both internally and externally

Assist in NDA agreements for all potential suppliers