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Techno-economic Analysis (m-w-d)

November 2, 2023

Circular Recycling of Mixed-Textiles to Polyester (PET) and Cellulose at Worn Again

About Worn Again   Worn Again was born out of a vision to eliminate textile waste and create a world where resources are kept in a constant cycle. Challenge: Thousands of tons of textiles still end up in landfills and combustion plants worldwide every year. Currently, less than 1% of used textiles are recycled, but demand is increasing. Solution Our cutting-edge recycling technology can separate, clean and extract polyester and cotton from end-of-life textiles and polyester packaging to produce virgin polyester and cotton. Information can be found at www.wornagain.ch Role   Worn Again is looking for a concept study / techno-economic analysis of the actual planned supply method (pressed textile bales) against the usage of small, pressed textile blocks (Briquettes) Target Compare the needed process from densifying (baling / briquetting) at the supplier up to the de-densifying at the WA recycling plant and elaborate the potential cost efficiency of briquettes vs. bales
  1. Technical need / solutions for the two supply methods
  2. cost comparison of the two supply methods
  3. conclusion, may also deepening on
Profile   You should be a student in the fields of management, logistic, engineering or similar, open for new challenges in an international dynamic team and have the appropriate skillset:
  • flexible, creative and collaborative approach to problem-solving
  • good knowledge of MS office package
  • Fluent English and German language skills
  • Willing to travel for needed test in the EU, UK and Switzerland
Benefits
  • Enjoy flexible working hours and flat hierarchies with concise decision-making paths
  • Be part of the revolutionary change in textile recycling
  • Competitive salary package and stock options from Worn Again
Working time
  • Min. 6 month, detail can be agreed on
Start date and location January 2024 in Winterthur, Schweiz Information and application to  jobs@wornagain.co.uk

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