R&D Manager
Job Description
World leader in compounds and elastomers used in industrial applications is seeking an R&D Manager to join their leadership team.
This position leads the R&D team in the development and polymerization of polymers and compounds for polyacrylate (ACM) elastomers and Hydrogenated Nitrile Rubber (HNBR). The right individual will oversee simultaneous projects, lead and mentor 3-4 individuals, and enhance existing platforms while bringing forward new innovations.
Responsibilities include:
- Plan and design research projects of all sizes related to company’s products and processes
- Plan, conduct and direct complex assignments; resolve complex technical problems requiring broad application of knowledge
- Contribute to and direct the preparation, presentation and follow-up of research proposals
- Develop or direct the development of research findings, draw conclusions and make recommendations
- Prepare and present progress results and issue research reports to management
- Work on a wide range of problems where casual relationships are difficult to establish, little or no precedence exists, and the use of innovative thinking is regularly required
- Collaborate with other scientists and interact with technical staff, production personnel, consultants and management
- Exchange information with other scientists outside of company through professional organizations
- Utilize chemistry, engineering and polymer science knowledge for synthesis, as well as process improvements both in lab and factory settings
- Recommend recipe updates and procedure changes as warranted
- Impart knowledge and serve as a mentor of chemistry, process and interactions to other employees
- Initiate and carry out appropriate self-development courses
- Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of our facility's operation and ensure that customers' (both internal and external) needs are met.
- Compliance with all Safety, Health and Environment policies and procedures
- Compliance with all company quality operating systems
- Performs all other duties as assigned by management
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Job Requirements
Advanced Degree in Polymer Science; Material Science; Polymer Chemistry; Polymer Engineering
7 plus years in polymer synthesis and formulation
Project Management Experience
3 plus years of management experience of 2-3 direct reports
Must be U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder (No Sponsorship)
For more information please send resume and inquiries to Steve Sapita: ssapita@cps4jobs.com
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Meet Your Recruiter
Steve Sapita
Section Manager - Lab Industrial
SPECIALTIES: All Industrial Research & Development Laboratory related positions including: Formulation Chemist; Synthetic Chemist; R & D Leadership; Analytical Chemistry; Technical Service; Regulatory; Project Mangers; Process Chemistry; Environmental and Health; Quality Positions; Material Scientist.
EXPERIENCE: My area of specialty includes: Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Specialty Chemicals, Building Materials, Polymers, Petrochemical, Agrochemical; Surface Cleaners; Ink; Surfactants; Resins.
The levels of candidates that I place include Chemists; Sr Chemists; Innovation; Directors; Quality Professionals; Technical Service Professionals; Production Supervisors; EHS Specialists; Scientist; Regulatory Professionals; and Laboratory Support Personnel.
I’M IN THIS BUSINESS BECAUSE: There’s no better feeling than helping someone realize their potential by assisting them in advancing their career. I love making that connection! My goal is to consistently build long lasting relationships with both my clients and my applicants.
CLIENTS CAN COUNT ON ME BECAUSE: I pride myself on the quality of my work and I truly CARE about their needs. The better I know them, the better my understanding is as to who would fit their needs.