Analyst, R&D Systems

Company Information

RPM Industrial Coatings Group is home to 11 industry-leading coatings and finishing brands. Our dynamic portfolio includes liquid coatings, powder coatings, touch-up and repair products, sundries, adjuvants, and much more. You’ll find our products around the globe in industries from architecture and automotive to farming, forestry, marine, and more.

RPM Industrial Coatings Group is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion global company with subsidiaries that are market and industry leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials, and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM’s brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.

The RPM Innovation Center of Excellence is a state-of-the-art research and development facility that was designed to foster collaboration and harness the collective expertise found across our businesses. Features include liquid and powder application labs, resin and analytical labs, a sample production area, and a formulation lab, among other resources. It also serves as a destination for onsite customer training and application trials.

Job Description

The R&D Systems Manager is responsible for the overall management of various software programs used within the R&D function throughout RPM Industrial Coatings Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries. This includes coordinating, developing, and maintaining the scope and performance of all laboratory information systems.

Main Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day activities with multiple web-based software tools to ensure seamless operation across the ICG R&D function.

• Coordinate with IT and R&D leadership for any product enhancements; work as a liaison between both groups to facilitate limited downtime during product updates.

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all R&D systems, including but not limited to Microsoft D365 (ERP), Project Management Tool (PMT), Formula Code, Product Vision (PV), and SDS Dispatch.

• Create and maintain user documentation for all systems and provide training for new and existing users, as necessary.

• Partner with EH&S team on troubleshooting reporting issues for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

• Act as project lead for the implementation of electronic lab notebook (Alchemy); continue to function as SME for Alchemy going forward.
  

Key Qualifications

• 3+ years of R&D systems or formulation experience, including prior experience with ERP and product development systems.

• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting in the coatings industry, preferably in a formulation or development role.

• Associate’s Degree in Information Sciences, Science (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology) or related field.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced computer proficiency with experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Strong written and oral communication skills, including prior experience developing and administering presentations to various levels of employees (hourly, management, executive).

• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and reasoning abilities, including demonstrated success at interfacing with multiple connected computer systems.

• High level attention to detail including an understanding of the implications of how inaccurate data can affect business results and decisions.