Research Scientist New Product Development Job - Armstrong Ceilings

​Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: <10% 
Non-compete: No 
Location:  Lancaster, Pennsylvania 

The estimated base salary range for this role is “$82,000 to $96,000” per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location)

​What does it mean to work at Armstrong?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package includin medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. 
 

Armstrong World Industries, Inc. has a job opportunity for a New Product Development (NPD) Research Scientist, New Product Development (NPD) to be located in Lancaster, PA. The NPD Research Scientist, will primarily work on approved NPD projects and will be involved in all aspects of the new product development process, from concept development through to and including commercialization. Additionally, the NPD Research Scientist will be responsible for identifying technical options, planning and executing lab/factory tests, and resolving issues associated with production scale up in order to ensure that the assigned new product development projects meet their cost, schedule and performance targets.

What’s in it for you!

• Be a trusted partner to the business
• Networking and Relationship Building
• Ability to be innovative and strategic
• Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role and beyond
• Collaboration and an open friendly team environment.

What you will do

• Providing support to the NPD teams for both sourced and internal new product development projects
• Leading the technical efforts on NPD projects in a way that meets cost, schedule and performance targets
• Completing Feasibility and Development studies in an accurate manner utilizing sound technical and data analysis principles
• Providing technical assistance relating to new product introductions
• Planning, arranging, and conducting factory qualification tests and contributes to evaluation of results and subsequent recommendations
• Conducting and/or supporting the manufacturing process qualification at vendor locations
• Understanding strengths & weaknesses of Armstrong’s product line vs. competition regarding performance and quality attributes
• Working to mitigate product performance gaps by applying knowledge of product line to proactive improvement efforts
• Initiating investigations, identifying opportunities, recommending / approving alternate material substitutions and new chemistries in support of new products, quality improvement, performance enhancements, and/or best cost
• Recommending and implementing process changes necessary to optimize product results
• Actively working with customers, team members and management to determine approaches to problems, new business requirements and application of new concepts and technology
• Evaluating existing and new technologies for alignment with project plans, strategies and specific business requirements. Identifies technical factors that impact business strategy
• Taking initiative to achieve exposure to key customer groups in order to understand market drivers
• Working with corporate environmental and legal disciplines concerning issues relative to new product PSDR (product safety & design reviews)
• Providing technical support to Armstrong Ceilings manufacturing plants as required for approved new products or on-going operations
• Understanding process limitations and process variation
• Understanding and applying material and process knowledge to project work
• Providing an in-depth knowledge of the behavior and performance of raw materials and product formulations
• Working with raw material or sourced product suppliers to insure Armstrong’s performance criteria is achieved
• Proactively transferring technical knowledge to other key stakeholders as required by business need
• Managing risks to bring projects to closure
• Providing training to other scientists and associates on project learnings
• Providing ongoing and effective communications of project activities to all key business stakeholders
• Networking with other Scientists to insure best practice is shared
• Using LEAN principles, where applicable, to improve the overall effectiveness of assigned activities

What will make you successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or other related technical field of study
• 3+ years of business experience
• Proven experience in new product development, project implementation, laboratory, and manufacturing environments with 1+ years in a lead technical role(s)
• Results oriented professional who can work across organizational / functional lines and at multiple levels within the organization to achieve targeted business objectives
• Strong organization skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple activities
• Effective communication, writing, presentation, and data organization skills.
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, strong interpersonal skills
• Strong reasoning, problem solving, and logic skills
• Experience in performing predictive analysis and modeling.

What will make you stand out

• LEAN experience
• Knowledge of ceilings manufacturing processes

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!