DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Summary: Oversee and lead programs that provide detailed analysis of building materials and building envelope systems. This role will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with chemical regulations, conducting research and development activities, and maintaining quality standards for manufacturing processes, materials, and products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Other duties may be assigned. * Abide by, enforce and participate in the implementation and ongoing oversight of all company safety standards and regulations. * Understand global and local legislative and regulatory initiatives that shape the regulatory environment for the industry and recommend changes in advance of competitive pressure. * Provide long-term strategies and guidance for the company and lead efforts to develop communication plans regarding the company, product stewardship, and the companys products. * Work within the Building Science and Product Stewardship team to ensure compliance with chemical regulations and other regulatory projects as required. * Analyze and interpret regulatory requirements that apply to the companys product lines/products and their end uses. * Conduct research, analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on substances for product and process development and application. * Identify and/or devise new equipment, and develop formulas, processes, and methods to solve technical problems. * Conduct research on manufactured products to develop and improve products. * Oversee product and process experiments, tests and trials to improve upon or duplicate various materials and substances and engage in research to develop new methods of processing or production. * Plan and control activities concerned with the development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for manufacturing processes, materials, and products. * Interpret and implement quality assurance standards to ensure that the company meets customer requirements and government regulations * Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in chemistry. * Develop quality assurance policies and procedures. * Advise and assist in obtaining patents for products, processes, or equipment.

Competency: * To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: * Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures, Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, Reports potentially unsafe conditions, Uses equipment and materials properly * Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information, Collects and researches data, Uses intuition and experience to complement data, Designs work flows and procedures * Project Management - Develops project plans, Coordinates projects, Communicates changes, Completes projects on time and budget and progress, Manages project team activities * Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans, Communicates changes effectively, Builds commitment and overcomes resistance, Prepares and supports those affected by change, Monitors transition and evaluates results * Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images, Uses feedback to modify designs, Applies design principles, Demonstrates attention to detail * Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, Develops alternative solutions, Works well in group problem solving situations, Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics * Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses, Pursues training and development opportunities, Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, Shares expertise with others * Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality, Listens to others without interrupting, Keeps emotions under control, Remains open to others' ideas and tr es new things * Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification, Responds well to questions, Demonstrates group presentation skills, Participates in meetings * Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities, Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views * Gives and welcomes feedback, Contributes to building a positive team spirit, Puts success of team above own interests, Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, Supports everyone's efforts to succeed, Recognizes accomplishments of other team members * Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively, Edits work for spelling and grammar, Varies writing style to meet needs, Presents numerical data effectively, Able to read and interpret written information * Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness * Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget, Develops and implements cost saving measures, Contributes to profits and revenue, Conserves organizational resources * Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy, Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, Educates others on the value of diversity, Promotes a harassment-free environment. * Ethics - Treats people with respect, keeps commitments, Inspires the trust of others, Works with integrity and ethically, Upholds organizational values * Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures, Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time, supports organization's goals and values, Benefits organization through outside activities, supports affirmative action and respects diversity * Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals, Understands organization's strengths and weaknesses, Analyzes market and competition, Identifies external threats and opportunities, Adapts strategy to changing conditions * Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, Manages competing demands, Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events * Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent, Arrives at meetings and appointments on time * Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, Takes responsibility for own actions, * Keeps commitments, Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals, Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan * Initiative - Volunteers readily, Undertakes self-development activities, Seeks increased responsibilities, Takes independent actions and calculated risks, Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities, Asks for and offers help when needed * Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity, Meets challenges with resourcefulness, Generates suggestions for improving work, Develops innovative approaches and ideas, Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention * Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions, Exhibits sound and accurate judgment, Supports and explains reasoning for decisions, Includes appropriate people in decision-making process, Makes timely decisions * Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals, Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles, Measures self against standard of excellence, Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals * Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities, Uses time efficiently, Plans for additional resources, Sets goals and objectives, Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, Develops realistic action plans * Professionalism - Approaches others i