Division Manager- Materials (RRPL_JR_1052)

External Job Description

Competencies Required

Strong technical knowledge of polymer science / material science 
Strong knowledge on Plastic / Rubber compounding (preferably in Heatshrink products in electrical industry).
knowledge of compounding equipment and processes, as well as experience with various types of polymers and additives
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Knowledge of REACH, and RoHS
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Basic knowledge of MS Office, including Excel, Ppt, to perform data analysis and reporting.
Hands-on Knowledge of Reverse engineering / Benchmarking study
Awareness of ASTM/DIN/ISO standards. Knowledge of IEC standards is an added advantage
Awareness of TPM/TQM is an added advantage
Knowledge of PFMEA, APQP, PPAP
Long term performance assessment and analysis
Have understanding and experience the market need VOC and conversion of the same into different formualtions etc.

Duties & Responsibilities:

New Product development as per Goal sheet/ Road map for all SBU’s/as per Customer requirements.
(Low-cost product, breakthrough products, import substitution, enhancement of existing products etc)
VA/ VE Projects for GMDCA, CFIP, EBU, Safety products - Improve existing product/process for better efficiency, improve productivity, reduce lead time.
Manage compounding operations, including material selection, formulation, and processing to ensure that compounded polymers meet customer requirements and specifications.
Testing & Approvals - EBU, EPD, Safety products- Testing of products at Indian & overseas lab. Getting approvals from TE & other related stake holders for new product or modified process.
Business excellence & People management-Support in Excellence journey, Team building, knowledge sharing, grooming, motivating, delegating. 
Lead a small team of compounding technicians and operators, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and effective operations
Validation of newly developed compound and process including regular compounds as per annual plan
Develop and implement process improvements to optimize production, reduce waste, and increase efficiency
Collaborate closely with other departments like production and quality control, to ensure that compounded polymers meet customer needs and requirements and in case of customer complaints
Collaborate with Engineering, procurement and production for VA/VE/WE/cost reduction projects
Trouble shooting - Extrusion, Calendaring and Injection Molding processes etc. Inhouse and at vendor site
Documentation for Audits - ISO/EHS/TPM/TQM
Maintain accurate records of all compounding & other processes and procedures
Travel up to 20% of the time to visit customers and suppliers / vendors, attend trade shows, and participate in industry events
Manage external testing for certification, analysis and benchmarking study
Effective communication with both internal and external stake holders including customers
Preparing MIS, BMR & chairman report after coordinating with the team members to update management about deparment and project status. Frequency - Monthly
Understand customer drawings / specification and provide feasibility for new RFQ's

Competencies