R&D Team Lead - Protective Coatings (Lab to Production)

Sherwin-Williams; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coatings company in Sheffield is seeking a talented Senior Chemist/R&D Functional Team Leader. This role involves developing and optimizing formulations from lab to production, conducting testing and analyses, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemical engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, coupled with strong leadership and project management skills. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in an international environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation programme

Company bonus

Company contributed pension

Private medical insurance

Career growth opportunities

Continuous training programmes

Attractive wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience in chemical engineering or related fields.
• Proven experience in product development using stage-gated project plans.
• Strong understanding of coatings/sealants market and formulation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and optimization of formulations from lab to production.
• Conduct lab development, testing, analysis, and stability studies.
• Lead and coach team members in R&D targets.

Skills

Product development

Project management

Presentation skills

Knowledge of coatings

Regulatory knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Degree in chemical engineering or related field

Job description

A leading coatings company in Sheffield is seeking a talented Senior Chemist/R&D Functional Team Leader. This role involves developing and optimizing formulations from lab to production, conducting testing and analyses, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemical engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, coupled with strong leadership and project management skills. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in an international environment.