Assistant Manager - R&D-Pressure Sensative Adhesives

Hiring for a company into Labelling/Printing/Packaging for Road Safety products.Role : AM-R&D-Pressure Sensative AdhesivesExp Required : 3-5 yrsEducation Qualification required: Masters degree or higher in Chemistry or Engineering, or Polymer Sciences disciplinesJob DescriptionNew Product Research & DevelopmentDesign and formulate acrylics and rubber based novel pressure sensitive adhesives on market needs and customer specifications.Understanding on solvent, emulsion and hotmelt based pressure sensitive adhesives Drives technology innovation through idea generation, root cause analysis, effective troubleshooting, and implementing lasting corrective actions.Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, clear communication, and structured data management.Deep, practical understanding of key technical material properties, performance characteristics, and their critical interconnection with processing parameters, converting efficiency, and final end-use applications.Maintains a proactive watch on emerging technologies, intellectual property, and market trends within the adhesive industry for strategic planning and securing a competitive advantage.Responsible for continuous productivity and efficiency improvement through digitalization and automation, artificial intelligence and machine learningsProject Management & ExecutionAccurate and timely management of Cost driven, Business continuity and strategic projects for AMEA region in accordance with DDOS/Stage gate processes in line with the product strategy and AOP needs till development stage.Participate & conduct regular project calls with cross-functional teams & update A3 Project plans, Timelines, CTQs, Specifications, application test plans, Reports and Reviews.Manage R&D process through Clarity platform including ideations to Project Develop stageSmooth transition of project from Develop stage to respective team for commercialization and also participate in all meetings till the completion of the project.Responsible for strategic idea generation aimed at cost mitigation and expanding the portfolio through new product development.Leads and manages R&D projects, encompassing scope definition, timeline management, and seamless coordination with cross-functional teams (e.g., Procurement, Manufacturing, Marketing, R&D cost out team).Communicates research outcomes effectively by documenting findings, preparing comprehensive technical reports, and clear presentation of results to stakeholders.Required actions and follow current process to drive project till develop stage