Application Engineering Technician

Applications Engineering Technician

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The primary role of this position is to support application engineering activities related to plastics extrusion projects and to provide technical solutions to aid the development and improvement of Saint-Gobain products.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Conduct extrusion tooling and process improvements for new products and processes.

Perform various tasks including cleaning of extruders/dryers, filling hoppers, coiling tubing, monitoring extrusion size, mixing resins, assembling hoses, burst testing, bend testing, etc.

Be able to start, run, and make adjustments on development extrusion jobs per skills matrix.

Set-up, operates and trouble shoots extruders of varying sizes and complexities.

Assist in creating Routings, Billing of Materials (BOMs), Work Instructions, One Point Lessons (OPLs), and relevant documentation on developmental projects.

Assist in the generation of development tooling drawings using CAD program.

Assist in performing Installation, Operation, and Process Qualifications (IOP/Q) and Management of Change (MOC) requirements on new programs and equipment.-

Assist in program development validations and performs process capability studies.- Train the Production Department personnel on new programs. -

Will be responsible for the quality of all sample product manufactured and in assuring that product specifications are met and standards maintained.

Must have:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Technical certification is desired.

Ability to operate independently and as part of a team.

Basic command of the English language, written and verbal.

Able to read instructions, labels and manuals.

Must meet minimum basic skills requirements.

Must have sufficient mathematical aptitude to perform calculations necessary to maintain accurate production records and determine dimensional and tolerance requirements of product.

Must have sufficient mathematical aptitude to maintain all necessary paperwork.

Must be able to read prints, diagrams and specifications to determine product requirements.

Design experience in CAD preferred.

Physical ability to handle, move and adjust extrusion dies, resins, and equipment.

Mechanical dexterity.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

LiveWell Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

Commuter Benefits

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child & Elder Care

PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world’s leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life’s critical moments.

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences; and together, we’ll create a better life.

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Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.