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MicroCare, LLC · 2 weeks ago

Director of Research & Development Lab Manager

New Britain, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

MicroCare, LLC is a trusted global provider of critical cleaning solutions, known for its commitment to employee success and environmental consciousness. The Director of Research & Development/Lab Manager will lead the innovation strategy and laboratory operations, overseeing the development of new chemical products and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

ChemicalIndustrialManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Maryblaise Larson

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the R&D strategy in alignment with corporate goals and business objectives

Lead formulation, testing and scale-up, of new chemical products and improvements to existing formulations

Drive innovation in chemical technologies, materials and processes to expand product capabilities

Ensure efficient transfer of new products from R&D to manufacturing for commercialization

Oversee daily laboratory operations to ensure testing, analysis and research are accurate, safe and on time

Implement and maintain lab procedures, SOPs, and workflows to ensure consistency and compliance

Direct customer-related technical service projects including cleaning trials and compatibility testing

Troubleshoot production and product performance issues in collaborations with the Quality and Manufacturing teams

Maintain detailed accurate records of experiments, analyses, and results; preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation; present findings, lab metrics and progress to VP on weekly basis

Enforce compliance with chemical safety, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements; support quality procedures for ISO 9001:2015

Partner with Regulatory Affairs Manager to ensure maintenance/updating of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Lead, mentor and manage R&D and lab personnel, promoting a culture of accountability, continuous learning and professional development

Ensure all R&D activities comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements

Manage R&D and lab budget, including consumables, equipment purchases, and vendor relationships

Build cross-functional and external partnerships with universities, suppliers and research institutions to drive innovation and collaboration

Promote an incident free workplace by complying with safety policies and procedures and participating in company safety trainings

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Chemical principlesFormulation scienceProcess scale-upLaboratory instrumentsChemical safety practicesRegulatory complianceMS Office proficiencyProject managementPublic speakingBilingual SpanishCommunicationLeadership skillsTeam management