Solstice Advanced Materials
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Sr R&D Manager
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Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a global supplier of fluorine products, fine chemicals, additives, metals, films and fibers for products including pharmaceuticals, refrigeration, semiconductors and military protection. Our mission is to attract, retain and develop diverse and highly motivated, entrepreneurial employees striving to flawlessly deliver superior value to our customers every day.
Responsibilities
Direct and lead a staff comprising engineers and scientists focused on life science, protective and industrial solutions.
Ensure the safe and effective operation of the applications and testing laboratories, in addition to pilot and small-scale production efforts operated by a 3rd party engineering.
Manage a variety of resources and New Product Development (NPD) projects, the department and project budgets, and team priorities to meet objectives.
Collaborate with marketing and offering management to define and execute technology and product roadmaps to drive business growth, increased NPI performance and efficiencies.
Support leadership in building a strong, diverse team through recruiting, succession planning, retention, engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE
BA/BS in polymer engineering, polymer science, textile engineering, chemical engineering, or materials science with experience with composites or high-strength fibers
7+ years of experience managing and leading teams focused on delivering successful products via new product development and/or process technology improvements
5+ years subject matter expertise and experience in fiber-based composites or high-strength fiber
WE VALUE
Advanced degree and/or business degree
Experience in ballistic applications (hard or soft armor) and/or medical applications using UHMWPE-based technology
Quick problem solvers with strong communication skills, written and verbal, including communicating to senior-level leadership
Entrepreneurial experience in a fast-paced work environment
Proficient and efficient project management experience in traditional stage-gate and agile product development processes
Reliable and trustworthy with the highest standards
Flexible to work across cultures and time zones
Demonstrated skills in timely mastering new knowledge and its applications
Self-motivated leader with excellent prioritization skills
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and mentor others
Interpersonal skills - ability in developing networks and building relationships (internal and external)
Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.
Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
About Us Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry\'s most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
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Sr R&D Manager
role at
Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a global supplier of fluorine products, fine chemicals, additives, metals, films and fibers for products including pharmaceuticals, refrigeration, semiconductors and military protection. Our mission is to attract, retain and develop diverse and highly motivated, entrepreneurial employees striving to flawlessly deliver superior value to our customers every day.
Responsibilities
Direct and lead a staff comprising engineers and scientists focused on life science, protective and industrial solutions.
Ensure the safe and effective operation of the applications and testing laboratories, in addition to pilot and small-scale production efforts operated by a 3rd party engineering.
Manage a variety of resources and New Product Development (NPD) projects, the department and project budgets, and team priorities to meet objectives.
Collaborate with marketing and offering management to define and execute technology and product roadmaps to drive business growth, increased NPI performance and efficiencies.
Support leadership in building a strong, diverse team through recruiting, succession planning, retention, engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE
BA/BS in polymer engineering, polymer science, textile engineering, chemical engineering, or materials science with experience with composites or high-strength fibers
7+ years of experience managing and leading teams focused on delivering successful products via new product development and/or process technology improvements
5+ years subject matter expertise and experience in fiber-based composites or high-strength fiber
WE VALUE
Advanced degree and/or business degree
Experience in ballistic applications (hard or soft armor) and/or medical applications using UHMWPE-based technology
Quick problem solvers with strong communication skills, written and verbal, including communicating to senior-level leadership
Entrepreneurial experience in a fast-paced work environment
Proficient and efficient project management experience in traditional stage-gate and agile product development processes
Reliable and trustworthy with the highest standards
Flexible to work across cultures and time zones
Demonstrated skills in timely mastering new knowledge and its applications
Self-motivated leader with excellent prioritization skills
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and mentor others
Interpersonal skills - ability in developing networks and building relationships (internal and external)
Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.
Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
About Us Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry\'s most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Solstice Advanced Materials by 2x
Get notified about new Senior Research Development Manager jobs in
Colonial Heights, VA .
#J-18808-Ljbffr