Paper and Coating Specialist R&D (m/f/d)

Job title:

Paper and Coating Specialist R&D (m/f/d)

Company

Sappi

Job description

Sappi GratkornTechnology is a cornerstone of our business and is supported by technology centres in each region, covering every section of the value chain. The R&D focuses on consolidating and growing our position in our targeted markets segments by developing and commercialising packaging and speciality paper products, energy opportunities from sustainable renewable resources, developing new products and optimising our forestry assets.Our technology centres across the world cover a diverse spread of research and development. In this role you will be working at the Research and development department in Gratkorn, Austria. This centre covers new Technology Development Centre, Nanocellulose Competence Centre and Papermaking processes.Role and responsibilities

• Manage paper and coating related projects
• Execute R&D projects interlinked with other departments
• Support all R&D projects with coating related requirements
• Screen for new coating materials and technologies
• Support all activities related to cost savings in cooperation with Central Purchasing in the field of coating

Required qualifications

• educational background: university degree in paper and pulp technology or related studies
• working experience & knowledge in paper, pulp, board and functional papers and their coatings (pigmented and functional coatings)
• strong project management, presentation and communication skills
• readiness to take responsibility for innovative development projects
• out of the box thinker and networker
• willingness to travel and work cross functional
• fluent in German and English
• familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• high motivation in performing and learning

LocationThis job is located in GratkornTravelingOccasionally, it is sometimes necessary to travel to the group’s locations (Belgium, Germany, Netherland, South Africa, North America)What we offer

• An excellent opportunity to work, learn & grow with us. With our culture of learning & development, you can access thousands of online trainings
• A multi-cultural & international environment to share and collaborate with colleagues from more than 68 nationalities in 31 locations globally.
• A unique opportunity to join a global wood fibre solution company. We are constantly innovating toward a circular economy working to achieve our sustainability goals & reduce our carbon foot print.
• For this position we offer an annual gross remuneration of EUR 63.000 ,– (overtime included). Depending on qualifications and/or special professional experience, a higher salary may be agreed upon.
• Parking slots around the area
• Pension scheme
• Canteen
• Various health programs (sport courses, company doctor, …)
• Childcare

Our comment on Diversity & InclusionD&I is a key strategic component and enabler for us to unlock the full potential of our diverse talent and encourage diversity of thought, to promote successful collaboration and innovation. Embedding inclusion in our culture is helping us develop a positive employee experience where everyone at Sappi feels valued and engaged, with our stakeholders recognizing us as a trusted partner. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of their ethnical affiliation, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, pregnancy, neurodiversity, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique.Sappi GratkornTechnology is a cornerstone of our business and is supported by technology centres in each region, covering every section of the value chain. The R&D focuses on consolidating and growing our position in our targeted markets segments by developing and commercialising packaging and speciality paper products, energy opportunities from sustainable renewable resources, developing new products and optimising our forestry assets.Our technology centres across the world cover a diverse spread of research and development. In this role you will be working at the Research and development department in Gratkorn, Austria. This centre covers new Technology Development Centre, Nanocellulose Competence Centre and Papermaking processes.Role and responsibilities

• Manage paper and coating related projects
• Execute R&D projects interlinked with other departments
• Support all R&D projects with coating related requirements
• Screen for new coating materials and technologies
• Support all activities related to cost savings in cooperation with Central Purchasing in the field of coating

Required qualifications

• educational background: university degree in paper and pulp technology or related studies
• working experience & knowledge in paper, pulp, board and functional papers and their coatings (pigmented and functional coatings)
• strong project management, presentation and communication skills
• readiness to take responsibility for innovative development projects
• out of the box thinker and networker
• willingness to travel and work cross functional
• fluent in German and English
• familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• high motivation in performing and learning

LocationThis job is located in GratkornTravelingOccasionally, it is sometimes necessary to travel to the group’s locations (Belgium, Germany, Netherland, South Africa, North America)What we offer

• An excellent opportunity to work, learn & grow with us. With our culture of learning & development, you can access thousands of online trainings
• A multi-cultural & international environment to share and collaborate with colleagues from more than 68 nationalities in 31 locations globally.
• A unique opportunity to join a global wood fibre solution company. We are constantly innovating toward a circular economy working to achieve our sustainability goals & reduce our carbon foot print.
• For this position we offer an annual gross remuneration of EUR 63.000 ,– (overtime included). Depending on qualifications and/or special professional experience, a higher salary may be agreed upon.
• Parking slots around the area
• Pension scheme
• Canteen
• Various health programs (sport courses, company doctor, …)
• Childcare

Our comment on Diversity & InclusionD&I is a key strategic component and enabler for us to unlock the full potential of our diverse talent and encourage diversity of thought, to promote successful collaboration and innovation. Embedding inclusion in our culture is helping us develop a positive employee experience where everyone at Sappi feels valued and engaged, with our stakeholders recognizing us as a trusted partner. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of their ethnical affiliation, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, pregnancy, neurodiversity, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique.ABOUT SAPPISappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

Expected salary

Location

Gratkorn, Steiermark

Job date

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 07:19:13 GMT

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