Product Development Project Lead - Adhesives

Henkel Corporation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATP North America, part of Henkel, is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Product Development to lead technical product development projects from concept through production. You will coordinate across R&D, Sales, Production, Supply Chain, suppliers, testing laboratories, and customers to bring adhesives and tape products to market.

The role requires a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, 5–10 years in coatings or related manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Lead product development projects from concept to production.
• Coordinate across R&D, Sales, Production, Supply Chain, suppliers, and customers.
• Ensure laboratory testing and quality systems are integrated.
• Travel up to 20–30% and coordinate work across departments.
• Must be a South Carolina resident.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects from concept to production.
• Plan, document, track progress, and manage risk.
• Coordinate prototypes, testing, qualification, and launches.
• Support development of adhesives formulations and products.
• Prepare lab samples and perform testing.
• Maintain project reports and corrective actions.
• Coordinate materials with suppliers.
• Provide technical support to customers and partners.
• Suggest improvements to meet quality and timing goals.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

English communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

ATP North America, part of Henkel, is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Product Development to lead technical product development projects from concept through production. You will coordinate across R&D, Sales, Production, Supply Chain, suppliers, testing laboratories, and customers to bring adhesives and tape products to market.

The role requires a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, 5–10 years in coatings or related manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the ability