Product Development and Applications Scientist

ProFusion Industries, LLC; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ProFusion Industries, LLC, in Fairlawn, Ohio, is seeking a Product Development and Applications Scientist to lead efforts in creating new products from concept to commercialization while integrating company technology to meet customer needs.

The ideal candidate will possess a BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science, with relevant experience in plastic formulation. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science preferred.
• Experience in plastic formulation of TPO, TPU, PVC.
• Knowledge of extrusion and/or calendering processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development from concept to commercialization.
• Collaborate with customers to define product performance requirements.
• Communicate strategy and results to the team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

BS in Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Polymer Science

Tools

Extrusion processes

Calendering processes

Job description

Product Development and Applications Scientist

Job Summary: The Product Development and Applications Scientist works with Business Development and Sales/Marketing teams to understand customer requirements and key values to define new product opportunities, all the while incorporating ProFusion Industries’ technology to meet and exceed customer needs.

Job Duties:

• Lead the facility’s efforts for developing new products from concept to commercialization, utilizing stage gate methodology.
• Collaborate with customers to define functional product performance requirements and translate them into product requirements and commercialize sales.
• Lead the development through plant trial and manufacturing hand off.
• Communicate strategy and results to the team.
• Work closely with Customer Service, Operations, and Quality departments to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing processes and assist in resolution of problems as required.
• Value and exercise excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Be a willing participant in other projects as assigned.
• Assume other responsibilities and perform other related duties as needed.

Job Specifications & Qualifications:

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and/or Polymer Science preferred, with specialization in product and/or process development.
• Plastic formulation experience preferred in TPO, TPU, PVC, and other thermoplastic polymers.
• Knowledge of extrusion and/or calendering processes preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in being detail-oriented, organizing work, and setting priorities.
• Strong work and personal ethics.
• Deal effectively with company personnel at all levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with individuals and teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Strong problem-solving skills, inherent curiosity, and “hands on” engineering experience.

Applicants must be able to work safely around manufacturing equipment in a drug-free work site.