Who's Everlam?
Everlam is an international privately held chemical company headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium. With over 35 years of experience in making high-quality polyvinyl butyral (PVB) film for architectural laminated safety glass, Everlam has become an international supplier with a reputation for consistent quality and excellent technical support. Our center of competence in Mechelen, Belgium, hosts the company’s commercial headquarters, R&D laboratory, technical center as well as the group shared service center. Bringing together in one place the company’s experts in all disciplines creates stronger synergies across functions to propose innovative solutions to customers.
What's our world?
Are you enthusiastic about developing and optimising process technologies? Do you love rethinking production processes and making them more efficient? Do you enjoy working with suppliers and internal teams to achieve maximum added value together? Does working in an international environment and European team sound exciting to you? Would you like to understand the ecological impact of processes and ensure that they are implemented using the most economical and environmentally friendly methods. Then you've come to the right place!
What’s the mission context?
We are seeking a Product and innovation Chemist who is not just technically skilled but also committed to taking full ownership of their work. In this role, you will play a central part in driving the development of new products and improving existing formulations through innovation, experimentation, and a strong sense of accountability. You’ll thrive here if you take initiative, actively seek solutions, and have a passion for turning ideas into commercially viable products. The working location will be the R&D facility in the Mechelen office, Belgium. You will be reporting to the Technology Manager.
What are the key responsibilities?
As a process engineer in process engineering, you will be an integral part of the workforce at our site inHamm-Uentrop and will report to our Manufacturing Technology Lead.
Your tasks and challenges will include:
- Optimising and further developing production processes for PVB films with a focus on quality,
efficiency and sustainability - Analysing process data, identifying potential for improvement and implementing appropriate
measures - Introducing new technologies, processes and raw materials in close cooperation with Research &Development
- Ensuring compliance with ISO standards and internal quality guidelines
- Managing and supporting projects in the area of process changes and investments
- Performing error analyses and continuous improvement using lean methods and Six Sigma
- Cross-location cooperation with production, maintenance and quality assurance
What are the requirements?
- Degree in process engineering, chemical engineering or comparable qualification
- Professional experience in the chemical industry or plastics processing is an advantage
- Knowledge of extrusion technology, process simulation and quality management is desirable
- Knowledge and experience in project management for capacity expansions is an advantage
- Analytical thinking, structured working style and ability to work in a team
- Good written and spoken German and English
- Willingness to travel
What would we like to offer you?
- A responsible position in an innovative international company
- Attractive career prospects as part of the future-oriented development and expansion of our
production site - Modern production facilities and a motivated team
- Opportunities for further training and attractive career prospects
- Competitive remuneration and social benefits
- Flexible working hours and company pension scheme
What are you waiting for?
Do you feel like you can’t wait to get in contact with us? Our HR team is already pleased to meet your resume via HR@everlam.com