Sr. Process / Production Engineer, Compounding

Metabolix seeks an experienced Engineering professional to serve as a Sr. Process / Production Engineer, Compounding with key focus on transferring technology from Process Development to the Manufacturing sites.

Metabolix (NASD: MBLX) is a rapidly growing firm which applies the cutting edge tools of biotechnology to create a new generation of highly versatile, sustainable, bio-based, biodegradable, plastics and chemicals. This Manager level position will play a leading role in converting research concepts and early stage demonstrations into scalable processes that will facilitate commercial realization of our portfolio of opportunities, existing, near term and longer term.

The Sr. Process / Production Engineer will assume responsibility for the scale-up and transfer of Compounding Technology from the Development Laboratory to the manufacturing sites.  He or She will also be responsible for the day to day operations at the tolling operations.

Job Responsibilities

·         Hands-on Process scale-up efforts to the Toll Manufacturing sites

·         Oversight of the day to day production and testing at the Toll Compounding site.

·         Responsible for overall production rates, yields and adherence to schedule for on time delivery to the customer.

·         Responsible for project planning and execution with focus on budget, schedule and safety.

Required Skills & Experience

·         Requirements include a Bachelors or Masters Degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.  

·         Five to eight years of relevant work experience.

·         An in depth Knowledge of twin screw compounding equipment and processes a must. 

·         Knowledge of polymer testing protocols and color matching a plus.

Additional Requirements

·         Hands-on well organized self starter with the ability to manage day to day operations in a contract manufacturing environment.

·         Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

·         Ability to work effectively as a member of cross functional teams including Product Development, Technical Service and Business Development functions.   

·         Position may require extensive domestic travel or relocation to the Toll Manufacturing site.

The successful candidate will report to the Metabolix / Telles Director of Manufacturing and Development.

This position will be located at the Telles headquarters in Lowell, MA but may transfer to the Toll manufacturing location (TBD).

Interested candidates should forward cover letter referring to the position and resume to:

Human Resources

Metabolix, Inc.

21 Erie Street

Cambridge, MA 02139

Email: HRJobs@Metabolix.com

Fax: (617) 682-4727

www.metabolix.com

www.mirelplastics.com