Research And Development Manager

Job Description – Head / Sr. Manager, R&D (Quartz Plant)

Position: Head / Sr. R&D Manager

Department: Research & Development

Location: Dudu

Reporting to: Plant Head / Director

Key Responsibilities

Raw Material Testing & SOPs

• Lead the testing and evaluation of all incoming raw materials (grit, fillers, resins, chemicals, pigments).
• Establish and enforce SOPs for raw material testing and new design development.
• Ensure test records and input parameters comply with product requirements.

Resin & Filler Quality Assurance

• Conduct comprehensive testing of resin and fillers across all defined parameters.
• Maintain structured test reports aligned with production schedules and product standards.

New Product & Design Development

• Develop new shades, formulations, and innovative product lines aligned with market trends.
• Drive exploration of new designs, conduct market analysis, and translate insights into product development.
• Oversee preparation and testing of daily development samples to ensure sustained quality.

Production Planning & Process Control

• Strategically plan raw material and pigment requirements.
• Verify quality and shade consistency of raw materials and production samples.
• Monitor contamination control and process stability across operations.

In-Process & Final Quality Monitoring

• Validate shade, grit structure, and material quality during production.
• Prepare pre- and post-production lot reports.
• Ensure adherence to defined process parameters for consistent output.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams for trial runs and approvals.
• Provide technical support and formulation checks during manufacturing processes.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive product test reports and quality documentation.
• Ensure systematic recording of daily processes, testing results, and observations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong domain expertise in quartz raw materials, formulations, and product testing.
• Proven capability in new product development, shade innovation, and design exploration.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to lead trials and implement process improvements.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration with production and quality teams.
• High attention to detail, process orientation, and problem-solving ability.

Qualification & Experience

• Education: M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: 10–12 years of progressive R&D experience in the Quartz industry.
• Demonstrated success in leading product development, quality testing, and formulation management.