What are the responsibilities and job description for the R&D Manager position at USA – DuBois Chemicals, Inc?
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Manages and directs the research and development programs to meet organizational needs in the area of metalworking, lubrication, quenchants, and other related products Maintains and reports on KPIs to the Director or VP of R&D. Assists in the identification of appropriate KPI for tracking efficiency and efficacy of R&D activities. Develops and implements R&D procedures and techniques Analyzes project results and provides recommendations based on findings Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures they are on time and within budget Keeps updated with projects across product lines and identify potential synergies Keeps updated with newest technologies and movements of industry as a whole Communicates with product line managers to prioritize project work Other duties as assigned by the Director or VP Participates in project work as required Complete all safety and application training and maintain and encourage a safe workplace MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience is scientific or engineering field preferred. Without experience, training/education is recommended. This role will typically have 15 years experience, including education. Experience with instrumentation, MS Word products, SharePoint or database management software preferred. DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation. Values and Culture Working at DuBois is dynamic, flexible and fun. Our customer centric focus gives you the opportunity to leverage your creative and innovative talents to help deliver specialty chemical solutions safely while protecting the environment. DuBois values: Honest and Ethical Behavior Collaborative Communication Safety at Work and Home Environmental Stewardship Perks and Benefits You will enjoy building your career with DuBois. DuBois offers the stability and comprehensive benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a smaller, more personable company. The diversity of our roles, customers served and large number of manufacturing, distribution and technical centers provide many routes for your career advancement. If you value learning, improving processes and want to make an immediate impact, DuBois is where you want to be. DuBois excellent benefit package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, vacation time and income protection plans.
