Coatings Chemist — Innovative Formulations & Lab Expert

Capstone Search Advisors; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Search Advisors is seeking a talented, curious, and hands-on Coatings Chemist for a manufacturing client in Akron, Ohio. This role offers a great work-life balance with no weekend requirements and involves formulating coatings and providing technical support across production and customers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of coatings formulation experience, a hands-on mindset, and a strong understanding of raw materials, resins, pigments, and additives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in coatings formulation (industrial, architectural, automotive, or similar).
• Strong understanding of raw materials, resin systems, pigments, and additives.
• A "hands-on" mindset and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced but supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Formulate new and innovative solvent-based and/or waterborne coatings, paints, and finishes.
• Conduct laboratory testing for adhesion, durability, corrosion resistance, viscosity, and application properties.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing formulations for performance, cost, and compliance.
• Stay ahead of regulatory trends (e.g. VOC, REACH) and ensure all products meet applicable standards.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and customers on custom formulations and technical support.
• Manage lab records, batch tracking, and technical documentation.

Job description

Capstone Search Advisors is seeking a talented, curious, and hands-on Coatings Chemist for a manufacturing client in Akron, Ohio. This role offers a great work-life balance with no weekend requirements and involves formulating coatings and providing technical support across production and customers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of coatings formulation experience, a hands-on mindset, and a strong understanding of raw materials, resins, pigments, and additives.