RD Lab Manager
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Job Description
Location: Wallingford CT (Relocation is provided if you are not a local candidate)
WHO WE ARE
We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2900 employees we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE) which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive construction and medical technology industries.
Rhm is committed to operating with social responsibility andsustainabilityforms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized Rhm may be right for you.
WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS
The R&D Lab Manager plays a critical role in continued growth of Molding Compounds (MC) business in Region Americas (RAM) and the eventual global expansion. They support the global growth strategy of MC Medical market segment and the regional strategy of Automotives and LightingExtrusionsOpticsDistribution (LEOD) market segments.
The R&D Lab Manager provides expertise in thermoplastics processing (compounding & injection molding) and characterization for R&D activities based out of the Innovation Center at Wallingford CT. They are the goto expert for thermoplastics compounding with single and twinscrew extruders material injection molding process development and optimization and material characterization.
The R&D Lab Manager ensures that all projects and tasks in the workshop and testing lab are executed in a scientific effective and timely manner to support new product innovation and application development existing business needs and ultimately the growth of Molding Compounds business in RAM.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Support material process development and optimization and product application development for new acrylic compounds. You are the expert.
Supervise coach and develop workshop and testing lab chemists and technicians on process and method development and equipment operation/maintenance.
Manage prioritize and direct workshop and lab activities to support innovation projects new business development and customers needs.
Manage material inventory and equipment procurement calibration & maintenance
Take EHSQ responsibilities for workshop and lab and serve as a critical member in Innovation Center EHSQ committee.
Own workshop and lab record and documentation related to operation safety and trainings and ensure operation in compliance with company policy certifications and standards.
Keep up to date on the latest innovations in thermoplastics processing and characterization. Make recommendations regarding the capability of our equipment. Recommend new equipment/accessories as needed with supporting technical evidence.
Assist technical support on existing products and scaleup/launch of new products
Work closely with Technical groups in Europe and Asia to align on best practices and knowledge transfer.
Up to 15 travel domestic or international is required.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
Masters degree in Chemistry Polymer/Material science or Chemical Engineering PhD preferred.
Minimum of 5 years ofhandson process development experience in thermoplastics compounding using single and twinscrew extruders.
Direct experience in acrylic polymers e.g. PMMA PMMI is preferred.
Direct experience in injection molding compression molding sheet extrusion of thermoplastics is required.
Experience in polymer characterization particularly rheology and mechanical properties.
Experience in ISO9001 IATF16949 and ISO17025 is a plus.
Willingness to work with machinery (this is a handson position) to guide upgrade trouble shooting maintenance and calibration.
Statistical knowledge or Design of Experiments (DOE) experience.
Experience in managing and coaching a team is required.
Ability to work productively in a crossregional and crossfunctional team environment.
Good communication skills. Good written and oral presentation skills to both internal and external audiences.
Good software skills with Microsoft Office Suite: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook. SAP experience a plus.
Strong Quality and safety mindset.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation and a benefits package that youd expect from a global company: competitively priced medical dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6 of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of lifes curveballs.... and much can find an overview of ourbenefitson our careers page.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
