Technical Director of R&D - Powder Coatings Job #48632

Astrix • Minneapolis, MN

279d • $175,000 - $195,000

About The Position

We are hiring an R D Technical Director to take charge of developing cutting-edge powder coating systems and play a pivotal role in driving sales success for the General Industrial Division. As a key member of our R D leadership team, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a customer-centric, high-performance culture, collaborating across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and other teams to unlock new business opportunities and fuel exciting growth!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• At least 10 years of experience in coatings, paints, polymer development, with exposure to intellectual property.
• 3+ years managing laboratory teams of 15+ people.
• Expertise in coatings formulation and application testing.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma certification
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical software
• Experience with intellectual property management and patents.
• Background in polymer resin technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of powder coating systems while contributing to global initiatives.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to support business growth and maintain customer relationships.
• Lead strategic projects that drive regional expansion.
• Manage intellectual property and collaborate with global teams on technology transfer and alignment with strategic goals.
• Work with teams in purchasing, product management, and raw materials to optimize material selection and reduce costs.
• Build and maintain external partnerships with research institutions and companies to promote innovation.
• Lead efforts to enhance team capabilities, improve efficiency, and implement best practices.
• Ensure a safe work environment in laboratory and operational settings.
• Lead cross-functional teams, aligning technical resources with business objectives.
• Hold regional technical teams accountable for meeting goals and customer needs.
• Manage talent development, acquisition, and retention to ensure a skilled, engaged workforce.
• Guide performance reviews, career development, and succession planning.

Benefits

• Base Salary: 175K-195K DOE
• 20-30% bonus
• Stock options
• Pension plans and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree