CPS, Inc.

R&D Group Leader

CPS, Inc. Milwaukee, WI
CPS, Inc.

R&D Group Leader

CPS, Inc. Milwaukee, WI
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David Maxwell

David Maxwell

Sr Technical Recruiter, CPS, inc.

The R&D Group Leader manages the development of new and improved polymers and technologies. She/he coordinates and oversees the work of all technical personnel in R&D and Quality Control. The R&D Group Leader originates and assigns projects and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completion of those assignments. The R&D Group Leader cultivates a cooperative working environment and collaborative relationships with other departments.

Essential Functions:

  • Leads, mentors, and develops our team of scientists and technicians
  • Drives innovation – both long/short term, including product improvement and new product development
  • Lead activities focused on problem solving, product improvement, performance testing, and verification / improvement of application robustness
  • Project Management – Leads the technical efforts of our Industrial Chemist(s), establishing goals for project completion and delegation of projects
  • Oversees Quality Department – supports Quality and Manufacturing to address quality concerns or processing issues
  • Interfaces with production to achieve a smooth transition from Lab Batches to the Pilot plant
  • Collaborates with Purchasing Department as it relates to raw materials both new and current
  • Develops relationships with Sales and prospective customers and existing customers to develop and/or maintain business
  • Oversees lab processes and practices to streamline and improve them as appropriate
  • Facilitates cross-functional relationships with manufacturing, application, marketing, and sales to identify potential product improvements or product line gaps
  • Prepares timely reports and provides updates on project status, using good data collection and analytical skills
  • Establishes clear timelines through project plans and resource management
  • Leads the development of quantitative product performance and application testing methodologies
  • Manages technical relationship with vendors
  • Adheres to and encourages all safety guidelines
  • If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

JO: 77.24DM

Technical Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field
  • 5+ years’ experience in water-based polymer development

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical knowledge – Emulsion Polymerization and/or Polyurethane dispersions
  • Master’s Degree or higher in a science-related area
  • Supervisory/mentoring experience
  • Travel Requirements 10%
  • If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

JO: 77.24DM

  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Science

  • Industries

    Staffing and Recruiting

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