Senior Technical Lead (R&D) (REQ637) at SPARTECH INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS LLC in Maryland Heights, Missouri

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Sr. Technical Lead (R&D)

Maryland Heights, MO

We are currently looking for a Sr. Technicial Lead (R&D) to join our team full-time to support our variety of customers. If you meet the qualifications and want to make a difference in a fast-paced environment with a company large enough to offer you room to grow but not so large you become "just a number", and who has a large focus on safety and success, Spartech might be the ideal company for you!

Responsible for optimizing customer processes and conditions while providing education to external customers on how to run Spartech materials. Tooling design and flow modeling. Troubleshoot issues that are raised by the customer. May be accountable for or participate in the resolution of customer complaints. May also be responsible for developing a new application or product launch testing plan and procedure, data analysis, and communication of results. Fifteen plus years direct, relevant experience with the ability to interact, present and influence cross functionally and globally both internally and externally with customers. Performs independently and effectively coaches others to achieve results in a matrix environment. Demonstrated ability to influence and present effectively at the VP/GM level.

Essential Job Duties

• Incorporate innovative approaches within Spartech products and services for multiple business units into customer applications on a global basis.
• Recognized in the industry for expertise and provides mentorship for other employees.
• Presents technical work to high profile customers, senior management and at industry conferences.
• Aware of business and market trends and provides unique solutions for global customers.
• Leads complex and cross functional projects for the development of new application, product launch testing plan, data analysis, and/or communication of results.