Research And Development Specialist

Lead key projects with R&D to support business goals.Develop research programs incorporating current developments to improve existing products and study the potential of new products.Understand customer expectations on to-be manufactured products.Determine and execute improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers.Support Director to hire and develop R&D personnel.Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the company.Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment.Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals.Document all phases of research and development.Manage customer relationships and perform RFP reviews, customer visits, and product testing.Establish and maintain testing procedures for assessing raw materials, in-process and finished products.Oversee complex research projects, analyze results and provide recommendations based on findings.Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget.Be present at industry conferences on research topics of interest.