R & D Operations Manager POST NUMBER: 473591
R&D Operations Manager (Chemicals / Polymers)
Location: Northern New Jersey (Onsite)
Full-time, onsite (Monday–Friday)
Overview
A growing, privately held chemical manufacturing company is seeking an experienced R&D Operations Manager to lead laboratory operations and drive product innovation. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to executive leadership, with ownership over R&D, quality control, and product commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead R&D efforts including new product development and formulation improvements
- Oversee lab operations, QC, and scale-up into manufacturing
- Manage and mentor a small technical team
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, sales, suppliers, and customers
- Support technical discussions with clients and contribute to product recommendations
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols
- Drive product commercialization and continuous innovation
Qualifications
- 6 years of experience in chemical R&D , preferably in adhesives or polymer formulations
- Experience with epoxies, urethanes, acrylics, silicones, or similar materials
- Background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field
- Proven ability to scale formulations into manufacturing
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach
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