R&D Technical Lead: Process & Product Innovation

Conwed; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and personal time off

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is seeking an experienced R&D Technical Lead in Minneapolis, MN to manage all technical aspects of process and product development.

The role reports to the R&D Director and collaborates across engineering, operations, marketing, and sales. The position requires leading cross-functional teams, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliant, high-quality product development within ISO 9001 frameworks.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering and 5–10 years of manufacturing or R&D experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and infrequently internationally.
• Experience in project management and 24/7 manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for technical questions related to Naltex and Delnet products and maintain this product segment.
• Collaborate with customers, marketing and sales to develop/modify new products and transition to Engineering and Operations.
• Direct R&D and Process Team support members to assist in completing projects.
• Conduct IQ, OQ and PQ of process machinery and equipment.

Skills

Project management

Polymer extrusion

Minitab

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (chemical, polymer/plastic, or mechanical)

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is seeking an experienced R&D Technical Lead in Minneapolis, MN to manage all technical aspects of process and product development.

The role reports to the R&D Director and collaborates across engineering, operations, marketing, and sales. The position requires leading cross-functional teams, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliant, high-quality product development within ISO 9001 frameworks.