Global Plastics Additive Technology Manager

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that’s committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. [With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century], we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.

As the Global Plastics Additives Technology Manager, you will be a subject matter expert in the plastics industry, with a strong understanding of the chemistry and applications of release agents, lubricants, and other additives. Your role will involve engaging directly with customers to understand their requirements and coordinating technical service and development (TS&D) work within the laboratory team to support and expand sales in this market segment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with marketing and sales to identify new business opportunities in the plastics manufacturing sector.

• Engage with customers, including on-site visits, to assess their needs and provide technical solutions.

• Collaborate with the laboratory team to conduct testing on existing and new Arxada products, supporting current business and driving growth.

• Lead the introduction of new products at customer sites and provide troubleshooting support when necessary.

• Drive innovation by identifying intellectual property (IP) opportunities and contributing to patent development in the plastics space.

• Represent Arxada at relevant commercial and technical conferences, presenting research and supporting brand advocacy in the Materials Protection sector.

• Travel globally as needed and operate independently with minimal supervision.

• Promote and adhere to best safety practices, serving as an EH&S advocate and ensuring compliance with Arxada policies and procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Arxada’s presence in the plastics additives market while working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

The expected salary range for this role is 115k$-125k$, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.