Viwinco is searching for a Research & Development Manager to join our organization! This role will lead and drive new product development, product improvements, testing, certifications, and other key research & development initiatives. 

To be a successful team member at Viwinco requires the incumbent to steward and exemplify our three foundational tenets focusing on Employee Well-Being, Customer Focus, and Daily Improvement so our organization can meet its mission to Be the BEST.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the compliance, testing, and certification process for new and existing products
• Manage projects related to new product development and product improvements including meeting milestone commitments, providing status updates regularly, and ultimately meeting project deliverables based on established scope, schedule, and budget
• Collaborates with the Sales team to incorporate customer feedback into product development
• Partners with vendors and suppliers to ensure company has most appropriate raw materials, parts, and related equipment/ tooling
• Observes safety standards through the work, including but not limited to, proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), appropriate usage within specification of tools and equipment, and the necessary maintenance and housekeeping of respective R&D work area(s)
• Ensures team is in compliance with newly implemented or updated manufacturing and/ or operational policies, processes, or procedures
• Actively participates in operations’ initiatives and programs, such as Kaizen events or other Lean Manufacturing programs or processes
• Performs other related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or any other relevant field of study with at least 5 years of experience in a Research & Development or Engineering role for a Building Material/ Window Manufacturer required; Or a combination of a HS Diploma and at least 10 years at the experience level identified above required
• Involved in industry associations/ groups, such as NFRC, FGIA, and SGCC preferred
• Testing experience in the Window Manufacturing industry must include impact testing and AAMA certifications. Experience and knowledge of the Florida Building Code strongly preferred
• Excellent computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Spanish is preferred, but not required

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

• Compensation and professional development program that rewards you for acquiring new skills
• Discretionary bonuses for attendance, performance, and employee referrals
• Low-deductible insurance programs for you and your family
• A generous company-sponsored 401(k) matching program.
• Generous Paid time off plus 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave for the birth of a child, adoption, or introduction of a foster child into a home
• Education and professional development reimbursement programs

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