Technology & Development; T&D Manager - Harrisburg

Technology & Development (T&D) Manager - Harrisburg, USA

Lead the Technology and Development department. Responsibilities include team management, technology development, product requalification, customer support, new product development, safety oversight of laboratories, and site environmental compliance.

• Safety oversight of T&D team, laboratories and technical / product developments. To include correct use of PPE, SDS’s and T&D staff training in chemical handling and storage.
• Hiring, reviews, attendance, discipline and training of all T&D staff.
• Document Control for Design and Development process, Engineering Requests, T&D Operating Procedures, T&D Specifications, EO’s, DEO’s and associated document requirements.
• Reporting functions to include Management Review Board, Board meetings, A&T R&D Meetings, OnePoint and individual project meetings.
• Budgetary support as required by CEO and Finance Manager.
• Collaboration of technical strategic vision for Isovolta Inc Harrisburg. Investment proposals for new equipment and plant upgrades.
• Communicate risk-based thinking to all levels of the T&D Dept.
• Active participation in the ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems. NCR management of T&D processes. Support for customer enquiries and troubleshooting, including visits to customers and suppliers.
• Attendance at company trade shows, industry technology events and regulatory authority forums. Oversight of all T&D product development programs.
• Management of ER database and associated documents.
• Management of T&D storage and housekeeping within the plant.
• Liaison with R&D Managers Neudorf / Kassel.
• Oversee T&D Forms Log and Master Controlled Documents List, Controlled Documents, EOs, Training Acknowledgements, DCNs etc.
• Internal dept. support for Operations, QA, Sales, Finance and HR.
• Regulatory Reporting for Air Contaminant Discharge Permit.

• Good interpersonal communication, customer service, and time management skills
• Excellent math, writing, and reasoning skills
• Good business acumen
• 8+ years of directly related experience
• Experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with laminates / composites / thermoplastics a plus.
• Demonstrated skills of successfully leading, motivating, engaging employees
• Ability to work with peers, superiors, and customers in a professional manner
• Minimum of a Degree in Engineering / Materials Science. Masters / PhD preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English

• Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, AFLAC, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) retirement plan, Direct deposit, Employee-planned events