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R & D Operations Manager
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Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listed on 2026-03-30
Listing for:
Vaco Recruiter Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-30
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Chemical Manufacturing, Materials Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Chemical Manufacturing, Materials Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
R&D Operations Manager (Chemicals / Polymers)
Location: Northern New Jersey (Onsite)
Full-time, onsite (Monday–Friday)
OverviewA growing, privately held chemical manufacturing company is seeking an experienced R&D Operations Manager to lead laboratory operations and drive product innovation. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to executive leadership, with ownership over R&D, quality control, and product commercialization.
Responsibilities- Lead R&D efforts including new product development and formulation improvements
- Oversee lab operations, QC, and scale-up into manufacturing
- Manage and mentor a small technical team
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, sales, suppliers, and customers
- Support technical discussions with clients and contribute to product recommendations
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols
- Drive product commercialization and continuous innovation
- 6+ years of experience in chemical R&D, preferably in adhesives or polymer formulations
- Experience with epoxies, urethanes, acrylics, silicones, or similar materials
- Background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field
- Proven ability to scale formulations into manufacturing
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach
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