R&D Chemist, Coatings
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Job Location:
Andover, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 90000 - 100000
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings adhesives and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leading brands known for innovation quality and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings adhesives and sealants companies in North America. ICP Group is headquartered in Andover MA and has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America Latin America UK Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
ICP Group ICP Group is seeking an R&D Chemist to join our Andover MA laboratory. This role is responsible for the design development optimization and scale-up of advanced coating systems with a focus on performance durability regulatory compliance and manufacturability. and field validation through customer interaction to ensure solutions meet real-world application requirements.
This position requires the Chemist to work on-site in Andover MA.
Requirements:
ICP Group ICP Group is seeking an R&D Chemist to join our Andover MA laboratory. This role is responsible for the design development optimization and scale-up of advanced coating systems with a focus on performance durability regulatory compliance and manufacturability. and field validation through customer interaction to ensure solutions meet real-world application requirements.
This position requires the Chemist to work on-site in Andover MA.
- Formulation & Innovation: Develop and optimize architectural and specialty coating formulations using diverse resin systems pigments and additives. Maintain and expand the formulation portfolio while meeting performance regulatory and business requirements through disciplined product development.
- Performance Testing & Validation: Design and execute laboratory tests using standard methods to evaluate key performance properties. Validate product performance through customer trials and field evaluations.
- Scale-Up & Manufacturing Support: Lead scale-up from lab to pilot and full production. Provide manufacturing support to ensure quality consistency and process optimization and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve production issues.
- Product Support & Continuous Improvement: Improve existing products through reformulation raw material evaluation and cost/performance optimization. Investigate customer complaints and implement data-driven corrective actions.
- Technical Leadership & Collaboration: Serve as technical lead for assigned product lines managing projects from concept through commercialization. Partner with Product Management and Project Management to align priorities timelines and stage-gate milestones and collaborate with R&D QC manufacturing commercial teams and suppliers.
Requirements:
- BS or higher in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Materials Science or related field
- 5 years of experience in coatings or materials formulation
- Strong understanding of polymer and coating chemistry
- Experience designing and interpreting structured experiments and performance data
- Familiarity with coating characterization techniques and application methods
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to cross-functional stakeholders
- Compensation: $90000.00-$100000.00 a year. Actual pay is dependent on candidates overall skills for the role
- Annual bonus eligible
- Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
- 401K Employer contribution plan with eligibility the first of the month following 90 days of employment
- Excellent health dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
- A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People Accountability Trust and Execution
Required Experience:
Manager
