Role OverviewThe CFI Director – Pulp & Paper leads Sabert's pulp and paper technical innovation agenda, developing new platforms and products, advancing barrier/coating technologies, and improving performance, sustainability, and manufacturability of molded fiber and paper solutions.
What You Will Do
Define and execute Sabert's pulp and paper innovation strategy, lead development of new molded fiber and paperboard solutions, drive end-to-end product development, advance barrier coatings and material technologies, and oversee R&D labs and testing standards.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have 10-15+ years in pulp/paper or molded fiber packaging R&D with a proven commercialization record, expertise in forming processes, barrier coatings/laminations, and converting, and demonstrated leadership in stage-gate, portfolio management, and cross-functional program delivery.
Requirements
- BS or equivalent degree in Paper Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- 10-15+ years in pulp/paper or molded fiber packaging R&D with proven commercialization record
- Expertise in forming processes, barrier coatings/laminations, and converting
- Strong command of material testing (TAPPI/ASTM), food-contact compliance, and reliability engineering
- Demonstrated leadership in stage-gate, portfolio management, and cross-functional program delivery
- Experience with sustainability frameworks (FSC/PEFC, recyclability/composability claims, LCA)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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