SUMMARY
Our R&D team just partnered with a Global Fortune 500 Company laser focused on developing sustainable and cutting-edge science & technology for the food & beverage industry. This organization is seeking to enhance their leadership team with the addition of a scientific product development expert to spearhead their Formulation Coatings Dept and advance the next generation of technology for their global high-profile programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead product development efforts to design and refine coating formulations for use in beverage applications while collaborating with product development chemists.
- SME overseeing external and internal teams with technical support, troubleshooting for various coating solutions when any problems emerge.
- Visit customer's sites to learn about their application and business to optimize processes.
- Interpret raw data, organize results, generate/review reports, and communicate findings to project teams and management.
- Closely collaborate with cross-functional Depts. (Regulatory, Quality, & Manufacturing, etc.)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. (preferred) or Masters in Chemistry (or a related scientific field) with ideally 7+ years of experience with coatings formulation (polymers ideal)
- Must have a strong background in new product development & innovation in coatings.
- Experienced in formulation design, scale-up, tech transfers, & improving manufacturing processes in adherence with regulatory standards.
- Hands-on experience with spray application processes (& airless spray) techniques are a PLUS!
- Strong leadership experience with leading teams & project management is highly desired.
