Job Description:

Huntsman Corporation is now looking for a dynamic individual as an Assistant Manager, Technical Services - Footwear. They will serve as a key technical resource for Huntsman’s Polyurethane Business in the ISC region, with a primary focus on Footwear & Elastomer Segment. This role is critical for driving innovation, supporting product development and ensuring customer satisfaction through timely technical support & trouble shooting.
The incumbent will identify new applications and technology platforms for both existing and emerging market spaces, while providing hands on technical expertise and strategic guidance to internal teams and external stakeholders. By combining deep technical knowledge with solid customer engagement, the Assistant Manager, Technical Services - Footwear will play a pivotal role in positioning Huntsman as the preferred supplier of Polyurethane solutions in India.

This position will be based in Calicut, India.

As an Assistant Manager, Technical Services, you will:

Customer Technical Service




Provide on-site technical support to PU footwear manufacturers across India.

Major Activities:
- Troubleshoot production issues related to PU processing.
- Conduct plant trials and support
- Identify root causes of technical problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Investigate customer complaints and coordinate technical resolution with internal quality/R&D; teams.
- Use structured problem-solving approaches such as 5 Why, Fishbone, DOE and root-cause analysis where appropriate.
- Monitor trial performance and ensure agreed corrective actions are implemented.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives at customer manufacturing sites.
- Provide technical guidance on machine/process parameters and raw-material combinations.

Product Development & Application Support
Support development of new PU footwear applications including safety shoes, casual footwear, sports footwear, sandals, soles and other PU components.

Major Activities:

📌 Assistant Manager, Technical Services (Mumbai)
🏢 Huntsman
📍 Mumbai