AddressAbout the company:
This growing, well-established company is based in the western suburbs of Sydney. The company is a leading manufacturer of specialty paints and coatings - marine/automotive/ industrial and has a vision that supports continued growth and innovation.
About the role:
Currently Evolve Scientific Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Technical Manager to lead and develop the QC/R&D/colour matching team within a leading specialty coatings manufacturer. The role is permanent for the successful applicant.
Reporting to the Managing Director, this leadership role, will provide direction to a team who work closely with production and technical support. Regular interaction with customers on product related issues will be a requirement.
This is an ideal role for an experienced technically focused chemist who has the personality and credibility to influence while ensuring that R&D, quality and testing services are delivered to the highest standard. You may already be at the technical manager level or a 2IC looking for that next step.
-Technical management of the R&D and QC functions -Providing hands on cover when necessary -Management of new product development -Investigation of non-conformances -Project management -People management -Problem solving - internal/ customer/ raw material supplier issues.
Skills & experience required:
- Tertiary qualifications in chemistry/chemical engineering/industrial chemistry or related
- Coatings background, solvent based AUTOMOTIVE AND INDUSTRIAL - essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of processes and formulations related to paints/coatings
- Product reformulation/process development skills
- Excellent planning, coordinating and organising skills.
- Commercial acumen
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
- People management/supervisory experience
Benefits/Culture:
This company is offering an excellent remuneration package plus fully maintained car for the right person. This role is a full time, permanent opportunity so you must have full work rights in Australia.
How to Apply:
Click on the "Apply Now" button with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria above AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Note: Applications only accepted from Australian / NZ residents with valid Australian work rights.
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Why Evolve Scientific Recruitment?
Evolve is an award winning agency specialising in scientific/technical recruitment in: Pharmaceutical, Food, Biotechnology, Chemical, Petrochemical, Environmental, Health Services, Life Sciences, Mining and more.
