Saint-Gobain Innovation Hub India (SGI-I) Job Location: Chennai Job Description Position Overview Saint-Gobain Innovation Hub India (SGI-I) is seeking an experienced in Polymer Processing and extrusion to support product and process development activities for construction and industrial applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of the extrusion capabilities, including experimental planning, material preparation, extrusion trials, equipment upkeep, process optimisation, testing, data analysis and technical documentation. The role requires a hands-on professional with a strong understanding of polymer processing, extrusion equipment and secure laboratory practices. The candidate will work closely with scientists, engineers, project teams and external partners to translate material concepts into reproducible extrusion processes and prototype products. Job Summary The Research Associate will support the operations of SGI-I’s polymer-processing capabilities to support research and development projects. The role will include: Key Responsibilities Preparing raw materials, formulations and compounds for extrusion trials Setting up,



operating and troubleshooting extrusion and downstream equipment Planning and executing experiments safely and accurately Optimising material formulations and extrusion process parameters Maintaining equipment, tooling, dies and laboratory infrastructure Testing and characterising processed materials and prototypes Recording, analysing and presenting experimental results Supporting the development of robust and scalable processing conditions Ensuring compliance with Saint-Gobain EHS and laboratory-quality requirements Qualifications and Skills M-tech or Msc Plastic Technology from CIPET / M.Tech Polymer Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from CIPET in plastic processing with experience Experience related to handling the plastic compounding & processing equipment’s Core Responsibilities Manage the utilisation, upkeep and operational readiness of SGI-I’s extrusion capabilities. Generate reliable experimental data to support product and process-development projects. Develop reproducible processing conditions and support prototype development. Troubleshoot material, equipment and process-related challenges. Document and communicate technical findings. Ensure that all activities are conducted safely and in accordance with EHS requirements

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