Polymer Group Senior Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Benicia, CA (Job ID 10132330)

Description

Polymer Group Senior Manager
 
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Polymer Group Senior Manager for a Direct Hire position at a premier chemical company in Benicia, CA. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Salary:  
$150-170k

Overview:
This company is a leading innovator in thermoset resin and composite technologies, serving global aerospace and various other industries through its Product Development Team.

In this role, you will lead a small team to develop cutting-edge resin, prepreg, and adhesive products, manage projects and collaborate cross-functionally, regularly interface with customers to address technical needs, and play a key role in both day-to-day team leadership and hands-on technical work, preparing for potential future advancement within the organization.

Schedule: 
Monday-Friday, Standard Working Hours, Full-time Onsite
 
Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a small team within Product Development division, focusing on the formulation and testing of thermoset resin, prepreg, and adhesive technologies for aerospace and other advanced composite applications.
• Oversee end-to-end project management of new product development, including technical project planning, timeline execution, risk mitigation, and cross-divisional collaboration to ensure successful, timely outcomes.
• Actively seek, evaluate, and implement innovative technologies, techniques, and materials to maintain and enhance market and technological leadership in composites.
• Provide technical guidance and support to both the internal team and customers, addressing inquiries, troubleshooting product challenges, and offering solutions that advance product performance and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all laboratory and technical activities comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations, while continuously improving safety protocols and maintaining required documentation.
• Prepare, analyze, and present high-quality, data-driven reports to internal and external stakeholders, supporting business cases, project status updates, and technical evaluations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, participating frequently in meetings and providing technical consultation. This includes involvement with collaborative projects, customer programs, and technical service.
• Collaborate with the sales and business development teams, supporting customer engagement efforts, expanding the company's industry presence, and participating in the patent filing process when necessary.
• Contribute actively to the strategic direction, project pipeline, and competitive technological positioning by sharing input and collaborating with leadership and other teams.
• Foster a positive, adaptive, and communicative team environment, embodying strong emotional intelligence and promoting team development, succession planning, and effective performance management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field, advanced degree preferred. 
• 8+ years of experience in product development, with proven people management and leadership skills.
• Working experience in market and technical research, project management, and technology strategy.

What happens next:
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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