Job Description:
The key objectives of this role include developing new products, technologies or know-how to support the growth of the industrial adhesive business unit.
Key Responsibilities:
1. To develop new products, technologies or know-how necessary to support the growth of the industrial adhesive business unit.
2. Leading, participating in and/or supporting Product Development Project Teams to bring new products to Market according to agreed procedures and systems.
3. Maintaining a high level of competence in the chemistry and technology of products or the technology necessary to support Technology and Product Development.
4. Preparing Product Change Notices (PCN's), Test methods, Specifications and Patent filing documents.
5. Supporting sales and technical functions within the SBU or manufacturing functions as required.
Job Requirements:
1. Minimum requirements: PhD in Chemistry / Material Science or equivalent, or B.Sc. in Chemistry / Material Science or equivalent with > 3 years relevant work experience.
2. Supervising the work of a technician, technical specialist and/or Chemists.
3. Acting as project leader on product or technology development projects.
4. Interacting with platform managers, Global Product Segment Manager, Regional Technical Services Manager, Manager of Service group, Manufacturing Plant Manager, Quality Manager.
5. Ensuring lab work is conducted in a safe manner in compliance with SHE and 5S requirements.