Product Development Scientist - Cleveland, United States - Hunter International Recruiting

Description

Product Development Scientist will serve as a scientist responsible for formulation and new product development in adhesives, sealants, and foams.

Product Development Scientist Responsibilities:

• Knowledge and comprehension of silicone chemistry and formulation of silicone products including sealants, adhesives, and foams.
• Experience with other polymer systems such as PVC foam a plus.
• Able to improve existing formulations as well as develop new products.
• Understand the market needs for silicone products and able to identify opportunities requiring technical solutions
• Work alongside Sr. Scientist(s) and senior team members on new product development
• Deep understanding of alkoxy, moisture cure, two-part addition, heat-assisted cure mechanisms and the impact of formulation and process variables on product rheology, cost, and performance.
• Able to collaborate with universities, scientific organizations, government agencies and corporate partners.
• Understanding of environmental and health and safety requirements
• Maintain working knowledge of ERP systems and processes.Update and maintain the accuracy of engineering masters, raw material specifications and safety data sheets as needed.
• Develop technical data around the performance characteristics of existing product lines to develop new marketing tools and to assist technical service to customers.
• Understand the significance of various quality control and physical property tests, procedures and methods. Interpret results and determine appropriate courses of action when required.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure alignment of company objectives.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing, to facilitate new product development, marketing campaigns, and product offerings.
• Acts as a technical resource in troubleshooting potential problems and issues that require special handling
• Interpret customer requirements and technical specifications to help determine the appropriate product offering
• Identify process improvement opportunities within internal processes and through communications, programs and other activities as needed.
• Continually works towards self-development to stay current on technical procedures and practices.
• Act as liaison for internal and external communications directly with customers as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Product Development Scientist Requirements:

• Ph.D., M.S. or B.S required
• 3+ years' experience progressive R&D experience
• Experience with silicone products highly preferred
• Deep understanding of chemistries of, and the ability to formulate silicone products.
• Ability to identify opportunities for new product development and to execute a plan to deliver new products.
• Learn quickly while continually recognizing and adapting to changing conditions.
• Facilitate innovation and creativity to generate ideas for new products.
• Make sound decisions and implement practical, timely solutions.
• Benchmark and measure product effectiveness and drive change for improvements.
• Ability to employ good judgment, work independently, act with integrity, take ownership and accountability, and seek advice when necessary.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and document preparation skills.
• Solid understanding of technical and process requirements.
• Willingness to obtain necessary security clearance(s) for the development work and projects being worked on