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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Kensington Additive. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr Global Head of Additive & Advanced Manufacturing at Kensington Additive Position Title : Head of R&D Location: Chicago Salary: $140k + 20% Bonus The Head of R&D is responsible for leading research and development efforts for metallic effect pigments, driving growth in existing and new markets. This role involves overseeing innovation, product development, team management, and business strategy , ensuring compliance with APQP methodology and industry standards. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Strategy: Drive innovation, expand market presence, and manage R&D operations across multiple sites. Product & Process Development: Ensure new products meet quality, performance, cost, and manufacturability standards. Business & Innovation Strategy: Oversee new product launches, intellectual property management, and industry collaborations. Experimentation & Process Optimization: Design and scale up production processes to enhance efficiency and product quality. Collaboration & Networking: Work with Technical Marketing, Operations, and Quality Control , while building industry and academic partnerships. Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure safety, ISO compliance, and support QC, Six Sigma methodologies, and analytical testing . Qualifications & Requirements: PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering . 5+ years of R&D/Technical Service experience , preferably in metallic pigments or specialty chemicals . Strong leadership, product innovation, and strategic planning abilities. Experience in physical vapor deposition, encapsulation, and coatings preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, Salesforce, and statistical tools like Minitab . Willingness to travel up to 40% . Click apply or speak to Mark Ainscough for the full details at Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Research and Engineering Industries Chemical Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr