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Company Name:
Shamrock Technologies
Company Description:
Headquartered in Newark, NJ, Shamrock Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of specialty additives. Our products are found in Inks & Coatings, Greases, Lubricants, Thermoplastics, and more. Using advanced technology and sophisticated production equipment, combined with our state-of-the-art Application and R&D laboratories, Shamrock creates products to help customers meet their challenging formulation needs.
Shamrock differentiates itself by hiring associates with an approach to thinking that actively seeks change rather than waiting to adapt to it. Our business embraces originality, critical questioning, service, and continuous improvement, while creating a work culture that values cooperation. Join us in a dynamic and fun environment where your contributions are vital to our company's success.
Business Industry:
Others Coatings
Job Title:
Technical Director
Experience:
Director
Job Function:
Science
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Description:
Shamrock Technologies is seeking an experienced and talented Technical Director to lead, develop, and train our technical team. This position is accountable for defining the organization’s strategy for product and process development, as well as overseeing key R&D projects. We are looking for a leader who is relentlessly curious, eager to explore material and laboratory capabilities, and can bring strategy and focus to technical pursuits. The Technical Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's future through leading teams in product development and process improvement. As Technical Director, you will oversee key R&D projects pertaining to wax powders, dispersions, emulsions, and other advanced materials.
Essential Functions:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Shamrock Technologies
Company Description:
Headquartered in Newark, NJ, Shamrock Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of specialty additives. Our products are found in Inks & Coatings, Greases, Lubricants, Thermoplastics, and more. Using advanced technology and sophisticated production equipment, combined with our state-of-the-art Application and R&D laboratories, Shamrock creates products to help customers meet their challenging formulation needs.
Shamrock differentiates itself by hiring associates with an approach to thinking that actively seeks change rather than waiting to adapt to it. Our business embraces originality, critical questioning, service, and continuous improvement, while creating a work culture that values cooperation. Join us in a dynamic and fun environment where your contributions are vital to our company's success.
Business Industry:
Others Coatings
Job Title:
Technical Director
Experience:
Director
Job Function:
Science
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Description:
Shamrock Technologies is seeking an experienced and talented Technical Director to lead, develop, and train our technical team. This position is accountable for defining the organization’s strategy for product and process development, as well as overseeing key R&D projects. We are looking for a leader who is relentlessly curious, eager to explore material and laboratory capabilities, and can bring strategy and focus to technical pursuits. The Technical Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's future through leading teams in product development and process improvement. As Technical Director, you will oversee key R&D projects pertaining to wax powders, dispersions, emulsions, and other advanced materials.
Essential Functions:
- Technical Leadership: Oversee critical R&D initiatives and align with business goals, ensuring projects meet established timelines and deliver solutions that drive company growth.
- R&D Discovery: Develop research programs that incorporate the latest scientific findings. Improve existing products and explore compelling opportunities; evaluate new raw materials and technologies.
- Technology Improvement: Identify, evaluate, and implement technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers to maintain a competitive edge and enhance product performance.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: prioritize project goals by working closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other departments to ensure alignment between technical advancements, market needs, and capabilities.
- Materials and Process Evaluation: Assess materials, processes, and equipment to optimize product development and production efficiency.
- Training and Development: Recommend and implement training programs and tools to enhance performance and skill development of team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Performance Monitoring: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members to inspire high levels of performance and accountability.
- Documentation: Accurately document all phases of R&D projects, from conceptualization to implementation, ensuring transparency and compliance with industry standards.
- Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through site visits, product testing, and exceptional service.
- Quality Assurance: Work with our QC team to optimize product specifications with respect to profitability.
- Industry Engagement: Represent the company at industry events, delivering proprietary insights and research; study trends and advancements in the field to share internally with the team.
- Lead and sponsor the global technical team, fostering a culture of collaboration, ethical behavior, continuous improvement, professional development, and accountability.
- Train and develop the North American group of laboratories, assigning projects, appraising individual performance, and ensuring that high standards of efficiency and quality are met.
- Organize and oversee the technical team through effective recruiting, retaining, training, and professional development.
- Administer and prepare laboratory budgets.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related scientific field. PhD degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in specialty additives, polymers, coatings, or chemical industries required, with a strong focus on polymers and chemical formulation.
- 5+ years of management experience preferred.
- Willing to work in a general laboratory environment.
- Required to wear PPE and complete safety training.
- Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time, may include bending/stooping.
- Prepared for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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