Sr. Technical Engineer

Role details

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership

Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance

We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth

Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work

Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From supporting internal teams to developing next-gen materials, our professional roles span strategy, innovation, and purpose. At CNG, you’ll do work that matters—and own it all.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Flex

Location

Onsite, Blythewood, SC

What You'll Do

Safety

• Promote safety culture within the plant as a strong representative of the technical team
• Actively engaged in safety procedures, protocols, initiatives, and training requirements

Quality Support

• Ensure item master accuracy specific to sales order requirements, QC checks and customer expectations
• Conduct sample quality review and checks
• Actively involved in Kaizen, A3’s, complaint reviews and data discovery
• Support various quality and product safety audits
• Daily walkthrough of the plant with a focus on reviewing quality, improvement ideas and specific KPI criteria

Operational Support

• Support and attend appropriate plant meetings
• Support and drive to improve all specific operational KPI’s
• Support sample runs at the production line with assistance from appropriate technical personnel
• Support new raw material investigation and substitution efforts
• Develop specific troubleshooting strategies to positively impact production floor process and product

Technical and Customer Support

• Develop a link between resin and additive properties and how they perform on the production line and the final film
• Product Life Cycle Support: lab testing, data analysis, begin to develop the tools for product recommendation with support, quote, ERP item set up, sample support
• Understand current resin usage, resin back-up status, identify potential gaps and make recommendations for improvement
• Develop understanding of film grades manufactured at other plants – > identify differences and technical reason for differences
• Foster relationships with customers
• Participate in weekly and monthly technical team calls

Value Engineering Initiatives

• Under direction of manager, begin to identify and engage in specific cost avoidance projects and initiatives
• Support corporate and plant-specific scrap initiatives by identifying and reporting actionable goals

Other Responsibilities

• Proactively seek educational opportunities to expand knowledge of manufacturing processes, resins, films, & customers
• Other duties as assigned by direct manager or corporate leadership
• Be able to manage & prioritize multiple projects/tasks in order minimize response time
• Demonstrate a continuous professional attitude with all levels of internal and external personnel

What You’ll Bring

Education

• 1 – 2 years as Technical Development Engineer or Equivalent Development Engineer Experience
• BS in Engineering: Chemical, Packaging, Plastics or Industrial with an emphasis on Plastics/Polymers. BS in Chemistry or Polymer Science with appropriate emphasis may also qualify. Equivalent work experience with a specialization in Engineering, Plastics, Polymer or applicable Research and Development will also be considered.
• Detail oriented and ability to be self-motivated.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high demand, team oriented, and fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Sound judgment and decision making.
• Management, teamwork, leadership, eye for detail, thoroughness and cool under pressure.

Total Rewards

Compensation & Benefits

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1!
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
• Holiday Pay
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future? Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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