R&D Color Developer

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

This position will be responsible for the effective management of R&D projects that will include new product and materials development such as:

• Developing new color formulations to meet customer and market needs in PVC, TPO and inks.

• Preparing samples

• Following product development process including the creation of technical specifications and Design Verification Process and proper data management of applicable information.

• Working with vendors to benchmark product offerings and qualify new raw materials for serial production

• Managing the effective use of external testing facilities and data analysis.

• Directing analytical and competitive product analysis in order to benchmark our products performance against competitive products in the marketplace and determine best in class attributes.

• Communicating with colleagues at all of levels within the organization

• Working with cross functional teams and lead the investigation of the root causes of product and/or process issues

• Supervising technicians indirectly and other R&D staff in the completion of assignments.

• Participating in additional duties as required

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in polymer science, chemistry, or engineering or other technical degree or equivalent experience

• Passing color test

• Team player. Able to work with people at all levels of the organization.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to communicate technical information to a diverse audience.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct and fully document research projects.

• Detail oriented and Hands On

• Practical experience using problem solving skills

• Knowledge of pigments preferred

• Experience with calendering, gravure and spreadcoating applications

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Competitive Pay

• Immediate Benefits

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts

• Competitive Bonus Program

• Employer 401(k) Match

• On-Site Gym

• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.