DIRECTOR OF R&D – SUSTAINABLE COATINGS
Lead research and development of sustainable water-based and UV-curable coating systems for vinyl, PVC, and faux leather applications across automotive, marine, mass transit, hospitality, and fashion industries. Design and test coating formulations to meet environmental and performance standards utilizing advanced laboratory equipment such as QUV, Xenon, FT-IR, and spectrophotometer instrumentation. Oversee lab-scale development, pilot batches, and production scale-up in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Provide technical guidance to lab and production staff. Serve as regulatory liaison for EU REACH, EPA, and Prop 65 compliance, including monitoring regulatory developments and leading efforts to replace restricted chemicals as needed. Provide technical support to domestic and international customers, including on-site collaboration and testing, and coordinate with suppliers on product development. Maintain documentation of testing, compliance, and product development activities aligned with company sustainability goals.
Requirements: Master’s degree in Coatings Technology or a closely related field, and one (1) year of experience in the job offered or a closely related occupation. Experience gained before or after earning the Master’s degree is acceptable. Occasional domestic and international travel required.
Send resume to: X-Treme Coating Technologies, Inc., 1220 Six Flags Rd., Austell, GA 30168; Attn: Job HM.