Location: Appleton, WI
Company: Milliken And Company
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POSITION TITLE: Research Services Team Lead POSITION OVERVIEW The Research Services Team Lead directs the analytical testing group by coordinating and prioritizing testing activity of the Laboratory Technicians with the support of Lab Facilitator and provides technical direction to the Analytical Chemists. The incumbent develops new testing methods to support the development
of new products and is responsible for the upkeep and repair of all analytical test equipment. He/she provides chemical analysis of: competitor samples, raw materials, as well as the troubleshooting of any other materials.
This position identifies, procures, and implements new analytical testing equipment. This position is located at Encapsys Headquarters in Appleton, WI. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Effectively manages Analytical Chemists and Technicians including performance management, career development, and building open and trusting relationships that further high employee performance and engagement. Identify, develop, document, validate and implement test methods developed to support development
of new products; work with manufacturing to implement these in production as needed.
Develop and execute method implementation, validation and verification protocols for all newly developed methods, customer supplied methods or compendial methods. Support and guide Lab Facilitator to prioritize and direct testing activities for the Analytical Lab technician team while providing development to the Lab Technicians. Provide technical direction and development to the Analytical Chemists. Provide technical support on new products and processes. Provide chemical analysis of products, materials, or contaminates to R&D, Marketing, Sales, Technical Services, and manufacturing for developing clarity in product development, process problems, and material identification.
Interface with customers to resolve complaints, and to institutionalize new processes and specifications to continually meet their needs. Identify equipment needs and opportunities to support new technology development. Promote and execute continuous improvement in laboratory operations. Recommend and implement changes to existing tests and processes; maximize efficiencies of existing processes. Support cost reduction initiatives in product design, manufacturing process development and purchasing.
Ensure that activities meet all environmental laws and regulations and provide insight to continually reduce our impact on the environment. QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED BS degree in Chemistry, or related field of study required. 5+ years of experience as an Analytical Chemist. Strong experience in leading an Analytical team of Chemists and Technicians. Experience and advanced knowledge regarding the qualification, maintenance, and repair of analytical instruments; HPLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, SEM, EDS, TGA, DSC Six Sigma/lean knowledge to lead and drive complex problem solving. Expertise in analytical method development and validation.
Ability to interact effectively with customers, management team and production personnel. Strong mechanical, troubleshooting and repair skills. Excellent oral and written communication, project management, problem solving, creativity, computer, and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal skills; patient and tenacious in goal accomplishment. Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, interaction or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), interactionual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Oversee the design and review of equipment and systems using corporate standards. Interface with engineers to define project scope requirements and incorporate corporate standards. Evaluate new process technologies to improve existing systems and resolve process and safety problems.
Work with finance, production, and safety to develop justifications for capital projects and prepare the Requests for Expenditure Authorization (REAs) in a timely and accurate fashion. Acquire and negotiate project contractor bids in conjunction with procurement. Prepare project specifications and/or tender documents. Manage release of design
input to suppliers (contractors, component suppliers, etc. ). Perform supplier site visits to ensure compatibility of equipment designs with current plant configurations.
Produce site visit reports, contractor job meeting minutes, project material listings, purchase orders, installation schedules and preparation of any other documentation relating to installation of systems. Assist in the development of new installation techniques and standards. Manage capital projects ranging in dollar value from $1MM plus meeting deadlines and budgets. Identify and effectively utilize project resources. Manage the resolution of technical issues identified by suppliers. Manage technical documents provided
by suppliers. Provide technical assistance to processing facilities, to improve quality and efficiency.
None to Minor Supervision Required Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no direct reports. Interacts with others using project management and managing by influence skills. Supervises third party and company resources on functional basis. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ME/EE/IE/Ch E) (+ MS/MBA +PMP preferred) or related field, or equivalent related experience. Additionally the incumbent must have eight plus (8+) years of project management experience preferably directly related to food processing. Familiarity with processing techniques. Experienced in the development and maintenance of plant system documents, process flow sheets, block diagrams, schedules and spend tracking. Experience using Auto CAD. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Proficient Auto CAD and Microsoft Project skills. Key Competencies Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Mc Cain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.
As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. Mc Cain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. The health and safety of Mc Cain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of COVID-19 pandemic.
With vaccination restrictions easing across the globe we do not currently require employees to be vaccinated, but we reserve the right to change this mandate in line with health guidance and regulations in each country. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy Policy Job Family: Engineering & Technical Division: NA Operations Department: Maintenance West Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace Company: Mc Cain Foods USA, Inc.
