Plastisol Team Lead Scientist

Plastisol Team Lead Scientist - Adhesives & Sealants Company: Sunstar Engineering Americas, an MRA Member Location: Springboro, OH Full-Time Sunstar Engineering is a global leader in adhesives, sealants, coatings, and functional materials for the automotive, construction, and electronics industries. With more than 95 years of history, Sunstar combines deep materials science expertise with a strong culture of innovation to deliver high-performance solutions to customers worldwide. About the Role Sunstar Engineering is seeking a Plastisol Team Lead Scientist to lead the day-to-day technical execution of our Plastisol Group with a strong emphasis on product development and commercialization. This role balances hands-on formulation work with team leadership and project management responsibility. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in polymer science and plastisol/PVC formulation and experience executing structured product development processes, preferably APQP. What You’ll Do Lead hands-on formulation and development of plastisol- and PVC-based adhesives and sealants. Provide day-to-day technical leadership and mentoring for the Plastisol Group. Manage multiple product development projects from concept through commercialization. Apply structured project management and APQP or stage-gate development processes. Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams. Support scale-up, plant trials, validation, and launch activities. Serve as a technical interface with customers and internal stakeholders. What We’re Looking For Required: M.S. or Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field. 7+ years of formulation experience in adhesives, sealants, coatings, or related polymer systems. Hands-on experience with plastisol and/or PVC-based formulations. Strong polymer science and formulation fundamentals. Proven ability to lead projects and mentor technical staff. Preferred: Prior team lead or technical leadership experience. Experience using APQP, stage-gate, or similar product development frameworks. Manufacturing scale-up and plant support experience. Automotive, construction, or industrial adhesive/sealant background. Benefits 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr MRA Recruiting Services