• Kelly
• is hiring for a
• Product Development Research Investigator
• for a 12-month contract role at
• Midland, MI 48640
• with our prestigious client.

• Job Title:

  Product Development Research Investigator

• Primary Location:

  Midland, MI 48640
• 12-month contract
• Onsite role
• Monday-Thursday
• 7:30 AM
• 4:00 PM
• Pay range: $40-60/hr Depending on Experience.

• JOB DESCRIPTION

• Research & Development Group
• + Provides research into specific applications such as improved quality of existing products, more cost-effective manufacturing processes, a new product line or new area of business.

+ Delivers the technology and process capability needed to operate, maintain and improve manufacturing operations. + Collaborate with the business and manufacturing teams to define process technology direction and programs to the business. + Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge. + May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research. Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. + Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact. + Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.

• Experienced technical professional with in-depth knowledge of both formulation and processing, responsible for completing complex experiments requiring interpretation and analysis.
• Hands-on experience with formulation, filled polymer systems, and processing equipment
• Understands the products and competencies across a business segment
• Leads and/or contributes to multiple projects to develop solutions, drive business adoption of technology and meet customer needs
• May lead specific technical segments in larger R D programs
• Suggests/creates innovations, applying tested ideas or methods from other areas
• Solves complex problems independently; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit.
• As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

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