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# Applications Engineer & Technical Service (REQ704)

- **Company:** Spartech, Llc
- **Location:** Maryland Heights, MO, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** May 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a7b4b181458b5db8

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Technical report writing?, * Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related or equivalent

 * With B.S. degree, five years packaging experience in the field of extrusion and thermoforming equipment and processes.
 * Must have solid expertise in plastics thermoforming for thin and thick gauge applications.
 * Preferred experience with plastic sheet extrusion.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

 * Strong project management skills.
 * Ability to travel 50-75% of the time.
 * Knowledge of key production processes (extrusion, thermoforming, etc.) and polymer behavior
 * Knowledge of polymers utilized in plastics manufacturing (extrusion - thermoforming).
 * Knowledge of key equipment utilized in extrusion, thermoforming and part finishing
 * Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with all levels and types of internal and external individuals, including customers and suppliers.
 * Ability to work in and support a team environment
 * Ability to write operational and project reports, correspondence, policies and procedures
 * High level of proficiency in computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Power Point
 * Analytical and mathematical skills necessary to collect, interpret, and act on process trials and activities
 * Ability to meet physical demands associated with position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

## Description

* Manage and support new product development programs.
 * Manage new product and process development projects at the Technology Center.
 * Support manufacturing as new technologies are moved to commercialization.
 * Provide technical assistance to customers, especially new developmental projects.
 * Identify, document and provide technical assistance on capturing new intellectual property opportunities.
 * Match new business opportunities with existing product technology.
 * Identify and provide technical insight in assessment of external technology offerings.
 * Provide technical support for all thermoforming applications at customer locations.
 * Support sales and quality in the event of customer complaints or issues.


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