Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Purpose: Responsible for supporting the development, transition, and integration of new products and new process platforms from R&D into the production manufacturing. The R&D Process Technician will be supporting the hands-on operation and maintenance R&D pilot process equipment, working closely with the R&D process engineering team.

Principle Accountabilities

• Comply with best laboratory practices, including safety and environmental regulations
• Actively support all safety programs and initiatives
• Hands on installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of R&D equipment and facilities
• Maintaining equipment maintenance records
• Planning and completing assigned pilot product and process experiments
• Author clear, concise interpretive reports, memos, and work instructions
• Managing the inventory and movement of equipment, spare parts, raw materials and supplies with R&D
• Conduct safety audits and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA)
• Utilize project management skills to define, plan, schedule, and control the tasks that must be completed to reach project goals
• Participate on various R&D and multi-disciplinary teams, cross training, and supporting all R&D technology
• Participate on 5S Teams
• Ability to work with a union and facilitate teamwork, open communication, and compliance to the current collective bargaining agreement

Essential Skills and Experience

• Associate’s degree or mechanical certification
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Innovative, organized self-starter with good problem-solving skills
• Collaborative interpersonal style
• Excellent communication skills
• Two or more years of experience in machine maintenance or pilot prototyping, preferred   

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!