Overview
Title : Americas Epoxy Technology and Innovation Leader
Location : Angleton, TX
Nearest metropolitan area : Houston, TX
Salary : $178,000 - $225,000
Schedule : Hybrid schedule available of up to 2 days remote per week; 9 / 80 schedule
Relocation Available
Focus : The Americas Epoxy Technology & Innovation Leader is a key staff position for Olin's Epoxy business, reporting to the Global Epoxy Technology & Innovation Leader and has responsibility for leading the Americas R&D and TS&D organization to drive product and application innovation and productivity across the Epoxy portfolio.
Americas Epoxy Technology & Innovation Leader Essential Job Functions
- Develop and execute R&D strategies and initiatives in support of the Epoxy business strategy.
- Ensure the successful development and execution of new products and technologies for Olin's various platforms : Composites, Wind, Coating, Formulated Products, Electronics, etc.
- Partner with North America formulated product leadership to enhance the commercialization of the innovation pipeline by dynamically prioritizing and allocating resources.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Drive the innovation / new product development portfolio for all technical platforms; this includes interfacing with Business leadership, as well as Marketing and Sales teams to shape innovation projects, co-leading them (with marketing) through the stage-gate process and commercializing new products or new applications for existing technology, working cross functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and EH&S.
- Lead the TS&D team to provide Technical Service to strategic accounts for the business; this includes delivering growth of existing product sales, enabling new innovation sales, and troubleshooting customer issues by working closely with Quality, Manufacturing / Technology center and EH&S.
- Understand and incorporate the competitive landscape in technology mapping; work with legal team to manage IP and secure freedom to practice and patent new technologies.
Americas Epoxy Technology & Innovation Leader Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree; Physics or Engineering degree preferred; Master's Degree or PhD in chemistry preferred12+ years related experience to include leading large-scale R&D projects and product development and commercialization; prior experience with global corporation strongly preferredRecord of published research and patentsStrong understanding of current industry trends and technologiesProven leadership and team management; experience leading a global team strongly preferredExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally with various departmentsStrong problem solving and analytical skillsExperience with regulatory compliance and quality standardsAdditional Information
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As a global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition, Olin empowers over 8,000 individuals to make an impact both at work and in our surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.
Degree requirements must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.Olin does not provide sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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