Technical Director

Job Description

The Technical Director oversees and supervises all development and innovation efforts by a company. They work to recruit product development team leaders to handle these efforts and directs R&D teams with budget approvals, scheduling, and deadline management. The Technical Director also works with other teams within the company — such as sales, marketing, fiancé, operations, and manufacturing — to bring new products from the research and development side to market or implementation within the Company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and direct the design and development of new products and the improvement of existing products.

• Work with members of the senior management team/BOD to further department and company goals.

• Provide leadership and develop objectives for the Research and Development (R&D) department.

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.

• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.

• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.

• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.

• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.

• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Provides manufacturing information by answering questions and requests.

• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.

• Maintains product and process data and entering data.

• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment with respect to our QMS by taking accountability of the effectiveness of the QMS; by establishing a quality policy and quality objectives that are compatible with the direction of the organization; that both policy and objectives are communicated, understood and applied within the organization; ensuring integration of QMS requirements into the organization’s business processes and by promoting awareness of a process approach and risk based thinking. 

• Provides the necessary resources for the QMS; communicated the importance of effective quality management and of conforming to QMS requirements; ensuring that the QMS achieves intended results; engaging with, directing and supporting persons to contribute to the effectiveness of the QMS; promote improvement and support other members of the management team to demonstrate their leadership as it applies to their area of responsibility. 

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment by ensuring that the client’s requirements and applicable regulatory and statutory requirements are met; that risks and opportunities that could affect our products and services have been addressed; that our focus is on consistently providing client satisfaction. 

• Maintains the standards and commitment as defined in the Companies quality policy. 

• Ensure that the responsibilities and authorities for relevant roles are assigned and communicated throughout the organization. 

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, science, or related field (Master’s Degree preferred).

• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a R&D manager or higher.

• Interpersonal, persuasion, and leadership skills to deal with internal and external business relations.

• Management skills to successfully perform the planning, directing, reporting, and administrative responsibilities of this position.

• Comprehensive knowledge of industry and industry-related trends and forecasts.

• Analytical Skills: Synthesize complex or diverse information.

• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner as well as skillfully gather and analyze information.

• Communication: Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills, and conduct productive meetings.

• Delegation: Delegate work assignments, give authority to work independently, set expectations, and monitor delegated activities.

• Leadership: Inspire and motivate others to perform well, and accept feedback from others.

• Management Skills: Involves staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating, and process improvement; be available to staff; provide regular performance feedback; and develop subordinates’ skills and encourages growth.

• Quality Management: Explore ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; and maintain compliance with legal and regulatory aspects.

• Judgment: Display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; and make timely decisions.

• Planning and Organization: Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; and develop realistic action plans.

• Safety and Security: Observe safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Travel is a regular part of the Technical Director position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. 

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. 

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