Material Process Developer Hot Shaping

Job Description

• Translate CT Technology & Operations strategy into a material process development strategy with focus on hot shaping, including standardization and continuous improvement of the process landscape
• Maintain and develop a state-of-the-art process portfolio with ownership of specifications, capability analysis, and introduction of new material-related production processes
• Drive cost optimization and digitalization initiatives, including data usage and AI applications in material process development
• Coordinate cross-functional and multi-site teams across key interfaces (material & product industrialization, quality, and compliance) while supporting test method development
• Collaborate with R&D, research institutions, universities, and startups to advance calendering and hot shaping process development, simulation, and product performance improvements

Qualifications

• Master Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process development, material science, or manufacturing operations
• Demonstrated expertise in compounding technologies and process technology for rubber 
• Proven project management experience with successful delivery of technical initiatives
• Strong understanding of hot shaping,(calendering, extrusion, moulding or similar material processing techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively across functional teams and multiple geographic locati
• First-level leadership experience managing technical teams or leading people (LPT certification or equivalent)
• Experience with process simulation, modeling, and digital tools in material processing
• Knowledge of data analytics, AI applications, and digitalization in manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)
• Experience in quality assurance, compliance, and specification development
• Proven track record of cost optimization and process standardization initiatives
• Experience collaborating with R&D departments, research institutions, or academic partners