About the Job
Peak Nano needs an experienced VP of Engineering and Manufacturing looking to join a cutting-edge nano technology company experiencing rapid growth and expansion. You will be responsible for all Nano Plex Engineering and Development efforts required to transition product to high volume manufacturing, as well as all Manufacturing Operations. Building and leading a high performing team is critical for a successful candidate. In addition to Engineering and Manufacturing, this role is also responsible for maintenance and EH&S. In addition to the day-to-day responsibilities of the role, the successful candidate will play a leadership role in bringing a new facility online.
Key Responsibilities
- Hire, develop, and lead a high performing team
- Manage all Engineering and Development related activities required to perfect Nano Plex and transition it to high volume manufacturing
- Design, build, and implement efficient and effective volume manufacturing/extrusion capabilities required to scale Nano Plex
- Establish and manage to annual budget and key objectives set early in each calendar year
- Design, build and implement efficient and effect maintenance, logistics, and administrative processes
- Design and implement effective Environmental Health and Safety program, while ensuring Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations (OSHA, etc.) and environmental standards (EPA)
- Design, implement and maintain quality control systems to ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated people leader with strong interpersonal skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical or related engineering field
- 10+ years of relevant experience in film extrusion
- Leadership of a plastics extrusion/manufacturing team
- Oversight of installation/operation of plastic conversion equipment (cast film, blown film, compounding, injection molding, etc…)
- EH&S leadership experience
- Experience overseeing large capital equipment and facilities
- Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion
- US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a technical discipline
- Oversight of large capital equipment and facilities
- Cast film biaxial orientation extrusion facility experience
About Peak Nano
Peak is a US-based, AI-driven technology company that uses nanotechnology to solve macro-level global challenges. Our engineers and researchers are developing solutions for advanced optics, aerospace, life sciences, and other industrial solutions. We are the leader in applying artificial intelligence to design and optimize reusable polymers to make the world a safer and more sustainable place. We help enable and protect people, national defense, and the planet.
