Research & Business Development Scientist

United States·Mountvillemid

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BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Research & Business Development Scientist to be located in Mountville, PA. This role will plan, organize, and execute research and development work in support of AHF's innovation and product strategies.

Requirements Summary

Experience with statistical analysis, Minitab (preferred) or other statistical software. Experience in developing technical capability as a need for product development.

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What We Offer

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✓Utilize materials and technology to create, develop and evaluate capabilities in support of new products for all segments of our global flooring business

✓Effectively influence decision making as the technical lead on various projects

✓Develop product specifications requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams.

✓Coordinate external testing as needed and understanding testing requirements for domestic and international sales regions

✓Timely and effective communication with management on project status, cost, issues and risk

✓Complete assignments requiring expert level knowledge of techniques and practices related to new product development

✓Achieve business goals, share learnings, knowledge and skills as well as promote cross-functional teamwork

✓Use knowledge and expertise to interpret and properly document experimental data

✓Other work as assigned based on the project and business support needs

✓Perform installation testing as needed to support project work or business support needs

Moderate travel expected; approximately 10%

Requirements

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A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science or a related technical field
Minimum of two years of experience in R&D, product development, and/or innovation
Effective and creative problem solving, written and verbal communication skills required
Action and results oriented self-starter
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
Positive and Verifiable Work History

Requirements

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Experience with statistical analysis, Minitab (preferred) or other statistical software.
Experience in developing technical capability as a need for product development.
Strong interpersonal skills and a preference to working in a team environment with other scientists, engineers, technicians, and managers, both internally and externally.
Ability to develop and execute product testing procedures
Familiarity with flooring products, installation systems, and/or building products

Regular walking and sitting
Occasional stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping and other such repetitive movements
Must be able to communicate, hear, comprehend, and write in English.

Make decisions
Develop options and implement solutions
Work with a team
Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
Attention to detail
Communicate effectively
Multitask in a fast-paced environment
Work with a Sense of Urgency

AHF PRODUCTS:

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring ®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®, tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®. Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®. Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.