R&D Team lead/Manager, Gunsan
Core
Lead development of innovative automotive adhesives and industrial/construction products with focus on formulation optimization, cost competitiveness, and quality management.
Role type
Senior R&D Team Lead / Manager (Adhesives & Materials)
Builds
Automotive adhesives (PUD, coating), construction products (flooring), and industrial/construction systems
Domain
Specialty chemicals, automotive, construction, industrial adhesives
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Polymer chemistry and formulation development, Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5 Why), ISO quality management systems, EHS compliance, technical leadership, project management, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Polyurethane dispersion (PUD) technology, adhesive application and testing methods, experience with analytical instruments, knowledge of IATF 16949, new product scale-up, technology transfer
Technologies
PUD technology, analytical instruments, laboratory testing equipment, ISO 9001, IATF 16949
Responsibilities
Design and execute laboratory experiments and product validation plans; establish and maintain quality control systems; provide technical support to manufacturing for process optimization; lead and develop the R&D and QC team; support customer projects through technical discussions and field trials
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management responsibilities