Chemikant jobs in Germany

Our client is a well-established international company with over 50 years of expertise in coated, laminated, and metallized materials. Operating from multiple global locations, they serve high-tech industries including packaging, sun protection, medical technology, automotive, and aerospace. Their materials have even been used in NASA's James Webb Telescope, showcasing their commitment to innovation and excellence.

As part of a succession plan due to retirement, our client is seeking a Project Leader (m/f/d) to join their team in Freiburg. This is a key role within the Product Development & Technical Service department, offering the opportunity to lead exciting development projects and contribute to cutting-edge material solutions.

• Lead product development and optimization projects on a laboratory scale.
• Operate coating, laminating, and metallizing processes for web-like substrates.
• Manage development projects from concept to production scale.
• Formulate new coating and adhesive systems and create production-ready recipes.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate machine trials to scale up laboratory developments.
• Identify and test alternative raw materials for existing products.
• Develop measurement protocols and support equipment procurement.
• Maintain accurate documentation of hazardous substances and coating materials.
• Manage laboratory inventory and ordering processes.
• Represent the company at supplier visits, customer meetings, and industry trade fairs.

• Qualified coatings lab technician or similar (e.g., CTA, chemical laboratory technician).
• Experience with water-based and solvent-based coatings and adhesives.
• Ideally, prior experience in the coatings or surface finishing industry.
• Strong color vision and attention to detail.
• Passion for innovation and hands-on project work.
• Structured working style with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.
• Fluent in German (spoken and written); good English proficiency.

• A responsible and varied role in a globally active, medium-sized company.
• Opportunities to shape processes and contribute to innovation.
• Permanent full-time position with a 35-hour work week.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 30 days of annual leave plus additional half-days on December 24th and 31st.
• Company bike scheme via JobRad.
• Employee discount program and regular team events.
• Free on-site parking and excellent public transport connections.

Please apply today!