Technical Process Manager

The Technical Process Manager serves as the technical lead for Quality Control (QC) and Research & Development (R&D) activities supporting thermal, acoustical, and fireproofing materials within the Thermal & Acoustical Solutions (TAS) business unit. This role provides technical leadership in product quality, laboratory testing, process optimization, formulation support, and new product development while partnering cross-functionally to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving.

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of paper, pulp, and related manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate and interpret paper samples to support product development, quality initiatives, and technical investigations.
• Apply industry expertise to improve product performance and manufacturing outcomes.

• Lead and maintain the plant's ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and improve key quality performance metrics.

• Support manufacturing scale-up, process validation, and ongoing production activities.
• Monitor, analyze, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and product consistency.
• Ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Document laboratory results, technical findings, and process recommendations.
• Design, develop, improve, and validate TAS products through value engineering, laboratory testing, and field evaluations.
• Support formulation development and optimization efforts.
• Lead new product development initiatives from concept through commercialization.

• Conduct market, competitive, and material analyses to identify growth opportunities.
• Evaluate relationships between raw materials, processes, and product performance.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Lead multiple concurrent projects with accountability for scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Resolve quality and technical issues while ensuring accurate and compliant documentation.
• Track project progress and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Partner with suppliers, operations, engineering, manufacturing, sales, and other internal stakeholders.
• Communicate quality, technical, and R&D updates effectively across the organization.
• Provide technical expertise to support business objectives and customer requirements.

• Quality Systems & ISO 9001
• Research & Development
• Product Formulation & Testing
• Process Improvement
• Product Development
• Project Management
• Technical Documentation
• Cross-Functional Leadership

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
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• Minimum 5 years of Research & Development (R&D) experience
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• Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience supporting product development, testing, and analysis, with a strong background in materials testing, formulation, or quality control.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
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• Proficiency in laboratory testing methods
  , analytical techniques, and related tools.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001
  , GMP requirements
  , and relevant industry standards, with the ability to interpret and implement these requirements within plant systems.
• Experience conducting risk analysis using methodologies such as FMEA, FTA, and Risk Ranking/Filtering.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated awareness of emerging technologies and their…