FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade Level: S-8

Department: Innovation Group

Reports To: Innovation Group Leader or Director of Innovation

Direct Reports: Product Development Chemist, Innovation Group Technician

Job Summary:

Works with customers and AR teams to identify unmet needs, collect design input and develop new product design strategies. Technical and laboratory lead in developing new polymers, robust products, and basic production processes that can be successfully commercialized.

Essential Functions:

Conducts required laboratory work; including polymerization, formulation, coating and testing
Develops new products that lead to sustainable commercial revenue
Functions as a technical lead on product development teams
Develops design strategies based on robust design input
Meets technical commitments in order to complete project progression dates and milestones
Contributes to product scale up and development through reproducibility and validation testing support
Detailed knowledge of required chemical and physical test methods
May supervise and teach other laboratory staff
Responsible for the proper disposal of hazardous waste into the proper labeled containers and drums
Interfaces with customers on new product applications
Interfaces with associates from other departments as needed (e.g. cross-functional teams)
Documents lab work in electronic notebook and project reports
Performs all duties consistent with established AR guidelines, ISO-9001, and elements of GMP deemed necessary to support the business (as outlined in the Quality Manual)
Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives

Additional Responsibilities:

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specifications:

BS, MS, or PhD in chemistry, polymer science or materials science; adhesive polymerization, formulation, and coating experience preferred
Ability to perform duties with minimal or no supervision
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Requires an demonstrated ability to use sensitive test equipment
Ability to employ statistical analysis techniques
Ability to manage and supervise laboratory staff
Ability to maintain confidentiality of AR information
Must communicate fluently in English
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of computers & related word processing, spreadsheet & e-mail software-Microsoft preferred

Adhesives Research, Inc.

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