NewMarket Corporation

R&D Manager

NewMarket Corporation • $100K — $130K *
Richmond, VA 23223In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or Mechanical/Chemical Engineering
  • Proven project management and leadership experience in a chemical R&D setting
  • Strong supervisory experience with a focus on team development
  • Ability to manage budgets and resource allocation effectively
  • Expertise in product development processes and methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the Heavy-Duty Engine Oil (HDEO) R&D team to develop new products and performance testing
  • Supervise team performance including appraisals, training discussions, and conflict resolution
  • Collaborate with Technology Development Team for new component development and joint research
  • Translate marketing strategies into actionable R&D project plans
  • Implement and monitor comprehensive safety programs within the team
  • Ensure all ISO documentation for quality activities is maintained and updated
  • Prepare and present progress reports on lab tests and product development initiatives
  • Facilitate cross-functional communications among various business and technical teams
  • Manage and assess intellectual property activities and ensure product freedom to operate
  • Represent the company in industry committees and conferences

Benefits

  • Comprehensive safety program and training initiatives
  • Opportunity for career development and training
  • Work within a collaborative and innovative team environment
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology in the automotive industry
  • Participation in industry events and networking opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview

Provide technical leadership and oversight of Afton's Heavy-Duty Engine Oil (HDEO) R&D team. Implement and ensure the overall effectiveness of our global R&D strategy. Effectively plan and manage a global team, budgets, projects, and test resources to deliver stated objectives and meet the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

  1. Tasked with leading the Heavy-Duty Engine Oil (HDEO) R&D team, a group of chemists and engineers in the development of enabling chemistry, new products, and performance testing to meet the needs of customers and OEMs consistent with our business strategy. Responsible for building future, in-depth, fundamental understanding in the HDEO space which we see as key technology drivers for future business. This individual will be tasked with initiating new projects and aligning current research projects with future New Product Development (NPD) projects supporting the Engine Oils Product and Technology Roadmaps.
  2. Supervise team member activities and progress, conduct performance appraisals, discuss training and career development needs, recruit and retain team members, and resolve problems and disciplinary issues. Consult with R&D Director and HR as appropriate.
  3. Liaise with Afton's Technology Development Team, overseeing the development of new components (as necessary) and other joint research activities. Provide technical leadership to help team members arrive at the best solution for the business. Ensure effective use of Afton's Product Development Process (APDP). Develop new analytical and test methods to characterize products and enable manufacturing capability (as necessary).
  4. Can translate internal and external (customer) Marketing plans into actionable and efficient NPD and research plans.
  5. Oversee and ensure development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive safety program in assigned area. Areas of accountability include documentation of safety activities, monthly safety meetings, interactive safety inspections, group safety observation programs, safety training, JSA development, active reporting and corrective action programs.
  6. Ensure complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or Quality related activities. Participate in ISO/Quality related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the ISO/Quality function.
  7. Prepare reports, presentations, monthly highlights and other communications concerning results of laboratory tests or product development progress including next steps and impact on key business initiatives.
  8. Facilitate, coordinate, and communicate between cross-functional groups - Business, Strategy, Marketing, Customer Technical Service (CTS), Process Development, and Senior Management on team activities.
  9. Facilitate, assess, and coordinate IP activities including competitor analysis, portfolio reviews and generation of IP. Ensure freedom to practice developed products & solutions.
  10. Represent Afton in industry committees/technical societies/conferences or other meetings.
  11. Provide input to and manage the R&D budget. Ensure communication of all scheduling, prioritization, and resourcing decisions to key stakeholders


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Mechanical/ Chemical Engineering
  • Demonstrated effective project management and leadership skills in a chemical R&D environment typically acquired with relevant experience. Including supervisory experience.

About NewMarket Corporation

NewMarket Corporation is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals. The company's products are used in the petroleum, plastics, and pharmaceutical industries. NewMarket Corporation was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Learn more about NewMarket Corporation
Size
2,104 employees
Market Cap
$3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$270.5 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$2 billion
NASDAQ
NEU
* Ladders Estimates

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