Email Opening Apply Now Title Research and Development Manager  About the Organization Coltène is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of consumables and small-size equipment for dental treatment applications. The Dental Group offers a wide range of products, encompassing six segments - solutions for almost all dental treatments. Highly-qualified and enthusiastic employees are the basis of our success. In order to support and encourage this foundation, we foster a positive and motivating work atmosphere, which facilitates professional and personal development. Coltene offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life & Disability Insurance, Generous PTO and Tuition Reimbursement programs as well as access to world class manufacturing and lab facilities. Come Join Our Team!   Description COLTENE has an opening for a Research and Development Manager to join the leadership team at our Cuyahoga Falls, OH site. In this role, you will actively participate with management in strategic and tactical planning for the business. You will oversee all of Product Engineering, new products, sustaining products and documentation as well as manage the necessary personnel, processes, and systems by setting direction that result in new products and continuous improvement in design, reliability and process of existing products. Duties and Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction to the R&D department Contribute to management team regarding all aspects of product line and development and strategies Provide planning and budget for future products, tools, and personnel necessary to implement the company strategic plans Manage the department budget, including tracking costs and hours by activity Oversee the Design Control process, including updates and improvements to the process within the regulatory guidelines Assure that all designs are documented, verified and validated through properly documented testing, analysis, and review Provide proper training and facilities in order to execute projects on time and within budget Support Continuous Improvement projects by initiating cost reduction projects and providing assistance to projects in other functional areas Manage Intellectual Property as directed by GM/Director of Operations Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline At least 8 years of experience in Engineering and R & D functions At least 3 years of experience being in a leadership role Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals and legal documents Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community Ability to effectively present information to top management, employees at all levels, Managers, Vendors and customers Proficient on PCs, Mainframe, Network and CAD. Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing applications. Current with latest programs as well as design and project management software Benefits Coltene offers a comprehensive employee benefit program that enables our employees to stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance: Generous Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Medical/Prescription Insurance | Dental Insurance | Vision Insurance | Health Savings Account (HSA) | Company-Paid Life and AD+D Insurance | Company-Paid Long-term and Short-term Disability | Voluntary Life Insurance | Voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital and Accidental Injury Insurance | 401(k) | Tuition Reimbursement Program   EOE Statement It is the policy of Coltene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 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