Description: Our client is currently seeking a Director of R&D - Greases/Lubricants
Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific field
15-20 Years of Hands-On Experience in R&D working in a grease (automotive), fluid lubricant (automotive and industrial), or fuel additive lab environment or production setting.
5+ years of management experience, with a proven track record to: supervise personnel, plan and control operating budget, establish department goals and priorities, meet department goals and priorities, develop long and short-range plans.
Expertise in Grease or Lubricant Chemistry and have experience with product and process development, technical project management, and technical assistance to manufacturing sales.
Knowledge of Tribology & Rheology
Experience with strategic planning/assess development plans and goals regarding markets/existing products
Experience:
Ensuring the overall R&D needs of a Lubricants business are met.
Ensure that product research and design, product optimization, and technical/analytical support is provided
Being responsible for new product/process development in the field of lubricants of interest to the corporation - automotive lubricants and greases, industrial lubricants and greases, metalworking fluids and coolants, lubricant performance additives, and fuel additives.
Putting together the bigger picture/constraints/work with sales and operations on the product whole
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