Associate Product Development Scientist
Core
Create, develop, and implement new proprietary designs of absorbent-related product systems (baby diapers, wipes, etc.) based on business and consumer needs.
Role type
Associate Product Development Scientist (Hygiene Products)
Builds
New absorbent product systems and improved materials for retail and healthcare markets
Domain
Consumer goods / Hygiene / Absorbent products
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Design of Experiments (DOE), material science (pulp, SAP, nonwovens), patent filing, physical testing methodology, project management, cost reduction analysis
Preferred skills
Business studies, consumer product converting technologies
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Design of Experiments (DOE)
Responsibilities
Design new products and improvements, develop new materials with suppliers, execute experimental plans, support cost improvements via redesign, reduce consumer complaints, document and patent novel ideas, develop new test methods, coach indirect reports
Seniority
Associate, hands-on IC with mentorship