Technical Manager

On behalf of our client USP, manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds, YER USA is looking for an experienced Technical Manager to lead and manage the technical development process, covering material formulating, R&D, customer technical support & documentation. The role involves a combination of leadership, problem-solving, technical expertise, and strategic planning.

Job description

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Works with sales teams on new projects to determine appropriate products, if necessary, develops new formulations to match and customer needs.
• Supports Customers on technical matters and occasionally travels to customer site to assist with material trials or other technical matters.
• Observes market trends for innovative technologies, laws, and competitor materials.
• Designs and manages datasheets, MSDS and processing guides for materials.
• Assists with other technical product documentation as needed.
• Manages existing portfolio of product groups and designs/implements new ones to bring to market.
• Evaluates existing materials to design product or OEM specifications, if required coordinates with external partners to run testing as needed.
• Provides insight into raw material behavior and necessary testing requirements to ensure finished product is consistent.
• Oversees specific product regulatory matters and conformance to non-measurable requirements.
• Advises operations on any complaint issues to determine root cause.

Candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Polymer Science, or another related field
• Master’s degree in chemical engineering, Polymer Science, or another related field preferred
• 3-5 years of working experience in a technical role in plastics, compounding, or polymer/chemical industry ideally with exposure to injection molding, extrusion, or other processing equipment
• Previous work experience in a technical solutioning role; formulating experience highly preferred
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, and effectively present information to top management, public groups, or customers.
• Required travel: 5-10%