Head of Development – Plastic Raw Material Compounding
4 weeks ago
Department: Research & Development (R&D) Reports To: (Managing Director / Technical Director) Location: Panipat Position Overview The Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market requirements. The incumbent will play a strategic role in aligning innovation and technology with business goals, ensuring product quality, process efficiency, and compliance with global standards. Key Responsibilities 1. Product Development & Innovation Lead the design and development of new plastic compounds (PP, PE, ABS, PC, Nylon, TPE, etc.) to meet specific customer and market needs. Demonstrate a strong understanding of post-consumer waste (PCR) recycling and its integration into formulations. Formulate and test new materials to enhance mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties . Oversee color and additive masterbatch development for performance improvement and cost optimization. Identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies, additives, and polymers to maintain a competitive edge. 2. Process & Quality Optimization Collaborate with the production team to scale up formulations from lab to commercial production. Optimize compounding parameters to ensure consistent quality, productivity, and cost efficiency . Troubleshoot technical issues in compounding, extrusion, and product performance. Maintain comprehensive documentation for formulations, test data, and process conditions . 3. Leadership & Team Management Lead and develop a team of R&D engineers, chemists, and lab technicians. Foster a culture of innovation, discipline, and continuous improvement . Mentor team members on formulation techniques, testing methodologies , and problem-solving. 4. Customer & Market Interface Work closely with sales and marketing teams to translate customer needs into technical solutions . Provide technical support for customer trials, audits, and product troubleshooting. Participate in technical presentations, customer audits, and new product introductions . 5. Compliance & Documentation Ensure compliance with standards such as RoHS, REACH, UL, ISO, and GRS . Maintain accurate formulation records and safeguard intellectual property (IP) . Enforce safety, health, and environmental protocols in the R&D laboratory. Qualifications & Experience Education: B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science. Experience: 10–15 years in polymer compounding, formulation, and R&D; minimum 5 years in a leadership role. Technical Skills In-depth knowledge of polymer chemistry, additives, and fillers . Hands-on experience with twin-screw extrusion , mixing, and polymer characterization (MFI, tensile, impact, DSC, TGA, etc.). Familiarity with processing methods such as injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion . Soft Skills Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities. Excellent communication and customer orientation . Effective project management and cross-functional collaboration. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Turnaround time for new product development . Improvement in cost and performance of existing compounds. Customer satisfaction and success rate in product trials. Strength of innovation pipeline and IP generation. R&D cost efficiency and team productivity.
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New Delhi, India Peeco Group Full timeDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Reports To: [Managing Director / Technical Director]Location: PanipatPosition OverviewThe Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market...
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New Delhi, India Peeco Group Full timeDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Reports To: [Managing Director / Technical Director]Location: PanipatPosition OverviewThe Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market...
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New Delhi, India Peeco Group Full timeDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Reports To: [Managing Director / Technical Director]Location: PanipatPosition OverviewThe Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market...
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New Delhi, India Peeco Group Full timeDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Reports To: (Managing Director / Technical Director)Location: PanipatPosition Overview The Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market...
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Head of Development
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New Delhi, India Peeco Group Full timeDepartment:Research & Development (R&D)Reports To:[Managing Director / Technical Director] Location:PanipatPosition OverviewTheHead of Developmentwill lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market requirements. The...
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Delhi, Delhi, India Peeco Group Full time ₹ 8,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per yearDepartment: Research & Development (R&D)Reports To: [Managing Director / Technical Director]Location: PanipatPosition OverviewThe Head of Development will lead the R&D and product development activities of the compounding division. This role focuses on designing, formulating, and optimizing polymer compounds to meet evolving customer and market...
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Regional Head
2 weeks ago
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