Assistant Manager - R&d

Avery Dennison Corp

Pune, India
On-site
Masters in engineering-chemical or polymer science
7-10 years technical experience
5 years packaging film or adhesive compounding
Avery Dennison Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager for R&D in Pune, India, to lead initiatives related to product and process development in the specialty and durables portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, particularly in materials science and project management, and will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and product commercialization

Job Summary

  • This role leads cost out, growth, and business continuity initiatives for the HVC-Speciality and Durables Portfolio across South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • The position requires managing new product development projects using the DDOS model and Six Sigma processes to introduce new materials and products.
  • Candidates must possess strong technical report writing skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, global technical teams, and vendors.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Avery Dennison Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager for R&D in Pune, India, to lead initiatives related to product and process development in the specialty and durables portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, particularly in materials science and project management, and will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and product commercialization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Masters in Engineering-Chemical or Polymer science
  • 7-10 years technical experience
  • 5 years packaging film or adhesive compounding
  • Fluent spoken and written English
  • Strong Minitab and statistical knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of narrow web printing technologies
  • Experience with adhesive formulation chemistry
  • Previous working experience in an MNC
  • Six Sigma skills and processes
  • Strong project management capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Masters degree in Chemical/Polymer Science
  • Minimum 7-10 years related technical experience
  • Minimum 5 years in packaging film or adhesive industries
  • Fluency in English language
  • Proficiency in Minitab software

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