
Head of Research And Development
Kensington Additive, Chicago, IL, United States
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Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Global Head of Additive & Advanced Manufacturing at Kensington Additive
Position Title : Head of R&D
Location:
Chicago
Salary:
$140k + 20% Bonus
The
Head of R&D
is responsible for leading research and development efforts for metallic effect pigments, driving growth in existing and new markets. This role involves overseeing
innovation, product development, team management, and business strategy , ensuring compliance with
APQP methodology
and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy:
Drive innovation, expand market presence, and manage R&D operations across multiple sites.
Product & Process Development:
Ensure new products meet
quality, performance, cost, and manufacturability
standards.
Business & Innovation Strategy:
Oversee new product launches, intellectual property management, and industry collaborations.
Experimentation & Process Optimization:
Design and scale up production processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
Collaboration & Networking:
Work with
Technical Marketing, Operations, and Quality Control , while building industry and academic partnerships.
Regulatory & Compliance:
Ensure safety, ISO compliance, and support
QC, Six Sigma methodologies, and analytical testing .
Qualifications & Requirements:
PhD
in
Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering .
5+ years of R&D/Technical Service experience , preferably in
metallic pigments or specialty chemicals .
Strong leadership,
product innovation, and strategic planning
abilities.
Experience in
physical vapor deposition, encapsulation, and coatings
preferred.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office, SAP, Salesforce, and statistical tools like Minitab .
Willingness to
travel up to 40% .
Click apply or speak to Mark Ainscough for the full details at mainscough@kensingtonadditive.com
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research and Engineering
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Kensington Additive. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Global Head of Additive & Advanced Manufacturing at Kensington Additive
Position Title : Head of R&D
Location:
Chicago
Salary:
$140k + 20% Bonus
The
Head of R&D
is responsible for leading research and development efforts for metallic effect pigments, driving growth in existing and new markets. This role involves overseeing
innovation, product development, team management, and business strategy , ensuring compliance with
APQP methodology
and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy:
Drive innovation, expand market presence, and manage R&D operations across multiple sites.
Product & Process Development:
Ensure new products meet
quality, performance, cost, and manufacturability
standards.
Business & Innovation Strategy:
Oversee new product launches, intellectual property management, and industry collaborations.
Experimentation & Process Optimization:
Design and scale up production processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
Collaboration & Networking:
Work with
Technical Marketing, Operations, and Quality Control , while building industry and academic partnerships.
Regulatory & Compliance:
Ensure safety, ISO compliance, and support
QC, Six Sigma methodologies, and analytical testing .
Qualifications & Requirements:
PhD
in
Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering .
5+ years of R&D/Technical Service experience , preferably in
metallic pigments or specialty chemicals .
Strong leadership,
product innovation, and strategic planning
abilities.
Experience in
physical vapor deposition, encapsulation, and coatings
preferred.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office, SAP, Salesforce, and statistical tools like Minitab .
Willingness to
travel up to 40% .
Click apply or speak to Mark Ainscough for the full details at mainscough@kensingtonadditive.com
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research and Engineering
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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