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# Applications Engineer & Technical Service

- **Company:** Spartech, Llc
- **Location:** St. Louis, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** May 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g1kt5l

## About the Role

+ 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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