Develop new products and provide technical support to production plants and customers.  Responsible for managing assigned projects (from Idea Proposal to Product Release)Independently develop new products according to customer specifications.Develop DOE and Design FEMA for product development.Participate in 3-year or long-term product/technology planningDefine new product QA requirements to ensure product quality and performance.Responsible for transferring new products/technologies to the Processing group.Perform initial material testing and gain material approvals from customers.Provide technical support to manufacturing plant to assure product quality.Support QS 9000, PCP and PSP processes.Keep accurate records and maintain good laboratory notebook practicePublish Research Proposals, Field Trial Proposals and Product ReleasesPublish progress reports, trip reports and monthlies on approved projects.Visit customer sites and provide technical solutions to customers.Initiate and attend technical presentation from raw material suppliers.Maintain a safe, tidy and harassment free work environmentMaintain assigned equipment in a good operating condition.Provide training to new employees, technicians, or Junior Chemists.
