R&D Manager
Job Location:
Lakeland, FL - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description:
The R&DManageris a key contributor to the successful development and execution ofthe Business Unitgrowth initiatives byhaving a deep understanding ofmarket trends assessing emerging technologies and their relevance toProAPproducts and services.This role bringsbest-in-class ideationand innovationtechniques that deliver a pipeline of creative new products that address customer pain points and create a sustained differentiatedportfoliothat will fuelprofitable growth forthe Business Unit.
KEYRESPONSIBILITIES
Support Business Unit Strategic Planningprocessto includemarket technology trendscompetitive analysisclaims development andthe evaluation and recommendation of business strategies and tactics.
Supervisory responsibility over R&D includingnew technologydevelopment and testing qualification manufacturing scale-up of product formulas and continuous product differentiation/process improvement.
Creates a collaborative learning & accountable culture working closely with customers and delivering speedquality& valueconsistently.
Formulation Expertise:
Ensuresthe R&D team has a deep understanding oflubricantchemistries and how these can be applied to create new product performance attributes that bring effective solutions to the automotive market.
Manages product performance testing qualification/validation& competitivecomparisons.
Coordinates on product developmentwithinCarCaredivision asappropriate.
New product development exploring solutions that create a pipeline of differentiated new products.
Leverages partnership withMarketingTeamregardingmarket knowledge customerneeds industrytrendsand advances in technology. Leads team to explore test and translate knowledge into tangible solutions.
Directs research and product development efforts and ensures keymilestonesproject timelines and approved budgets are met.
Aligns business case withLeadership teamto deliver onKPIs.
Partner with other ITW divisions supplierbase universities and other relevant players to help the BU assess opportunities buildcapabilitiesand accelerate pace of innovation.
Develop strong understanding ofITW80/20 management process and the Enterprise Strategyto execute on 80/20 initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This positionoverseestheR&D function.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Chemistry MS preferred
Experience with lubricant materials particularly with oils and industrial fluids used in automotives
10years experienceleadingTechnicalteams
Proven leader withdemonstratedsuccess in fostering a collaborative accountable and solution-oriented environment
Must be innovative flexiblecuriousand haveexhibitedsuccess byidentifyingand successfully translating market ideas into tangible business solutions.
Must havedemonstratedsuccess in understanding and prioritizing speed and urgency based on changing market conditions.
Proven and successful new product launch experience including intimate familiarity with innovationfunnelstage-gateprocessstrong supplier relationshipsmaintainingISO standards and effective product lifecycle planning.
Intellectual curiosity technicalacumenand strong analytical / decision making skills.
An exhibited dedication to Safety
Must have a desire to travel as
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employeeis constantly required tostand; walk; climb. The employee must occasionally lift push/pull and or move up to 65 pounds.The employee mustpossessthe mandatory ability to react and move quickly in case of emergency.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depthperceptionand ability to adjust focus/accommodate.
RISKS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to the possibility of injury to the hands or feet and collision with moving equipment.The possibility of fire exists. On rareoccasion the employee has the possibility of exposure (once a day) to electrical shock and battery explosion. The employee may also rarely come into contact with toxic / caustic chemicals from damagedproduct.
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job the employee isfrequentlyexposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery.A strong citrus odor is present constantly in the work environment.The noise level in the work environment is moderate.Work is performed inside with moderate amounts of heatcoldand humidity encountered.Inside work can be dirty with adequate lighting and ventilation.Conditions can include the presence of hazards such as flammable liquids movingmachineryand working around and with others.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $16.1 billion in 2023. The companyÂ’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highl ... View more
