Product Development Assistant

Description

We are one of the largest plastic producers, processors, and recyclers. We invest in sustainable innovation and offer diverse industries comprehensive and innovative plastic packaging solutions, as well as compounds, recycled resins, masterbatches, and machinery—produced using the highest-quality raw materials and equipment available in the market. Our purpose is to enhance quality of life through the development of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, optimizing resources and supporting the circular economy for plastics. If you identify with our company, join VALGROUP—we’ll go much further together! **\#transformplasticwithus** **Responsibilities and Duties** * Assist in the development and review of final items, including packaging specifications, technical parameters, production bills of materials and routings, ensuring compliance with company standards; * Manage and organize requests for new item creation, addressing both internal and external demands; * Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas and solutions for process optimization and product development; * Assist in managing the item portfolio, including blocking, releasing, and deactivating obsolete products, supporting portfolio integrity; * Support monitoring of customer feedback on sent samples, updating approval or rejection status and ensuring customer satisfaction; * Conduct verification tests for new and existing products, providing support for packaging solution development and continuous improvement; * Prepare detailed reports on performed tests, documenting results and insights for the development team; * Collect and assist in analyzing data within the system for handling Complaints and Corrective and Preventive Action Tracking (RACAP), when required; * Support product development analysts and supervisors in daily activities and special projects; * Assist in managing a dedicated sample area, ensuring organization and accessibility for the team. **Requirements and Qualifications** Desirable: * Knowledge of Green Belt; * Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies, process improvement tools, and data analysis techniques; * Basic knowledge of polymers and materials engineering; * Basic knowledge of product and packaging process development; * Ability to meet deadlines; * Adaptability; * Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking foreign languages (English and Spanish). Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fields. * **Additional Information** We care about our people’s well-being, so we offer a benefits package designed to support a healthier and more fulfilling life: * Health insurance for employees and dependents; * Dental insurance for employees and dependents; * Profit-sharing program; * On-site meals; * Basic food basket or Food Card; * Commuter shuttle service; * Life insurance; * Pharmacy partnerships. With nearly half a century in the market, **Valgroup** has established itself as a reference in plastic production, processing, and recycling, operating strategically located units across Brazil and worldwide. With over 7\.000 employees across its plants, the company pursues its purpose of enhancing society’s quality of life through innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. **OUR PURPOSE** Enhance society’s quality of life through innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. **OUR VALUES** * **Sustainability** is embedded in our DNA—we lead our industry’s transformation toward sustainability. * Our pursuit of **Innovation** is relentless: we innovate in products, processes, equipment, and services. * We are great because we are simple—and we are committed to growing while preserving **simplicity**. * We grow by being recognized for our **agility**, and regardless of our size, we must never compromise it. * We **respect** all our **relationships**: not only among employees but also with customers and suppliers. Together, we drive the disruptions we aim to bring to our segment. * We **dedicate ourselves** intensely **to our people**: striving for their satisfaction, continuous development, and engagement. * We work with a strong sense of **belonging**: we all feel like owners of the company and of its mission.