Product Development Manager - Resins

Job Purpose:

The Resin R&D Chemist will be responsible for the research, development, formulation, testing, and improvement of resin-based products for the construction chemicals business. The role will involve working on new product development, improving existing formulations, evaluating raw materials, conducting laboratory trials, and supporting the scale-up and commercialization of products.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Research and Development:

- Develop and formulate new resin-based products as per business and market requirements.

- Work on resin systems such as epoxy, polyurethane, acrylic, polyester, and other polymer-based technologies.

- Conduct laboratory trials and experiments for new product development.

- Improve existing formulations to enhance performance, quality, durability, and cost efficiency.

2. Formulation and Testing:

- Develop and optimize product formulations.

- Conduct physical, chemical, and performance testing of raw materials and finished products.

- Analyze test results and prepare detailed technical reports.

- Ensure products meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable standards.

3. Raw Material Evaluation:

- Evaluate and qualify new and alternative raw materials.

- Conduct comparative studies to assess the impact of raw materials on product performance.

- Work with suppliers and the Procurement team for technical evaluation and approval of materials.

- Identify opportunities for formulation and raw material cost optimization.

4. Product Improvement and Troubleshooting:

- Investigate product performance and quality-related issues.

- Participate in root cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

- Support continuous improvement of existing products and manufacturing processes.

5. Scale-Up and Commercialization:

- Support the transition of formulations from laboratory scale to pilot and commercial production.

- Work closely with Production and Quality teams during plant trials.

- Troubleshoot technical and process-related challenges during scale-up.

- Support new product launches and commercialization activities.

6. Documentation:

- Maintain accurate records of formulations, laboratory trials, test results, and development activities.

- Assist in preparing product specifications, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and other technical documentation.

- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary formulations and technical information.

- Follow all laboratory safety procedures and company policies.