About this Position
As a Specialist – PD & Research, you will be responsible for adhesive formulation, product development, laboratory testing, and technical research. You will independently manage projects, analyze data, troubleshoot technical challenges, and collaborate with global cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions within timelines.
The role also involves maintaining technical documentation and ensuring compliance with SHE, Quality, and 5S standards.
What you´ll do
- Independently plan and carry out laboratory synthesis/ adhesive formulations, and testing activities related to assigned projects, analyze results and provide data as in required formats.
- Manage adhesive formulation projects across multiple technologies and SBUs with full ownership, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of project objectives.
- Maintain accurate experimental records, formulation databases, and technical documentation, prepare clear and concise project reports.
- Adopt a strong customer-centric approach through proactive risk assessment, mitigation planning,



and consistent delivery of high customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, technology groups, customers, and stakeholders across the globe to achieve project milestones within agreed timelines.
- Support technical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and knowledge sharing to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
- Leverage digital tools and data-driven approaches to improve project execution, productivity, and knowledge management.
- Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environment (SHE), Quality, and 5S standards, fostering a safe and efficient laboratory environment.
- Lead, prepare and maintain documentation required for internal/external audits and regulatory compliance
Identify CAPEX requirements and support procurement, installation, and commissioning of laboratory equipment.
- Demonstrate agility, accountability, and adaptability in responding to evolving

📌 Specialist PD and Research (Hinjawadi)
🏢 Henkel
📍 Hinjawadi