Product Development Manager

1 month ago


Madison Heights, Michigan, United States Sika Full time
Job Summary

As a Product Development Manager at Sika, you will lead a team of experts in developing new products for the automotive OEM market. With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a global leader in commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and evaluate second source suppliers, and approve alternate raw materials.
  • Manage approved projects, reviewing research proposals, field trial proposals, and product releases.
  • Coordinate technical field trials with marketing, operations, and technical services groups.
  • Ensure the use of DOE and statistical tools to understand and interpret test results.
  • Review and approve travel expenses and purchase orders from subordinates.
  • Monitor and control RPAs in the functional area, recommending capital expenditures.
  • Participate in long-term product planning activities.
  • Run expert teams in the functional area.
  • Perform employee performance appraisals and personal growth plans for subordinates.
  • Review and approve technical reports written by subordinates before issuing to others.
  • Provide support to TS 16949, PCP, and PSP processes.
  • Perform special projects and other assignments as required.
Requirements
  • Advanced degree in General Sciences.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in thermoplastics and thermosets in the automotive OEM market, including formulation, product scale-up, and commercialization.
  • 5+ years of experience in supervision.
  • Excellent oral communication, technical presentation, and technical writing skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of Design of Experiment, Design FMEA, and other quality programs.
What We Offer

Competitive benefits, including health insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. A meaningful work environment where every employee's contributions positively impact daily lives. A company culture that centers around entrepreneurship, where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Sika takes an active role in our community, supporting volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States. We are committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination.



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