Technical Manager

Lubrizol, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a technology-driven global company that combines complex, specialty chemicals to optimise the quality, performance and value of customers’ products while reducing their environmental impact. Lubrizol produces and supplies technologies to customers in the global transportation, industrial and consumer markets.

The purpose of Paratherm Technology Manager is to provide leadership, critical thinking and the future direction for Paratherm part of CPI Engineering Services which is a subsidiary of The Lubrizol Corporation. The position also has responsibility for creating a technical market leadership position within the industry and with our customer base. Responsible for preparing customer reports and communicating issues as necessary to uphold Paratherm’s industry-wide reputation for customer service. This role impacts the ability of Paratherm to exceed customer expectations and provide superior products and service.

* Work with customers to troubleshoot and establish efficient operation of equipment * Analyze and report fluid analysis results of customer’s oil * Leverage knowledge across disciplines * Assist in the development of key laboratory personnel * Promote a safe work environment and safe procedures / practices in the laboratory * Promote Responsible Care and Quality program * Enhance Paratherm’s technical position / reputation in the marketplace; e.g. Technical visibility - develop presentations, publish articles in technical periodicals and publications, participate and be involved in leadership roles in relevant technical societies * Improve customer satisfaction related to Paratherm’s products * Develop technical solutions and seek technical input from customers regarding their product needs * Engage in customer interactions so that new products are developed which generate increased sales * Manage quality control for Paratherm products * Operate within financial budget * Ensure timely completion of customer focused projects * Timely development of new technologies * Provide technical direction to Paratherm staff * Assist staff with prioritization of products and projects * Provide Senior Management (Business Director) with supporting information on market direction * Understanding of raw material chemistry and manufacturing processes which require heat transfer fluid * Develop specifications and qualify raw materials/suppliers * Leverage expertise to resolve the customer’s technical support issues and propose potential product improvements * Act as the internal consultant to Paratherm on all environmental and regulatory affairs * Interact with Lubrizol’s Product Safety & Compliance Department on all related matters * Evaluate new and existing products and processes for Compliance, Health and Safety and communicate findings * REACH point contact for Paratherm

* Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related field * 10 years of work experience * Minimum 5 years of experience related to manufacturing * Direct thermal fluid experience a plus * Prefer experience leading people * Technical background in specialty chemicals or lubricants * Market analysis and ability to organize and present data in a cohesive and meaningful fashion * Travel up to 30%