Coatings R&D Chemist - Paints & Polymers Lab, Florida

CPS, Inc.; Tequesta (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

M/D/401K

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Florida is seeking a coatings laboratory professional to join our new lab in Tequesta.

The role focuses on bench-scale formulation of prototype paints and coatings, applying coatings to steel, plastic, and wood, and logging results. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in a paint/coatings lab, understands polymer chemistry, resins, pigments, solvents and additives, and has experience with color matching and spray application; a BS in Chemistry or related field is

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting within the paint and coatings industry.
• Basic understanding of polymer / paint chemistry, raw materials (resins, pigments, solvents, additives), and precise laboratory techniques.
• Experience with color matching and spray application.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (Associates degree with strong industry experience considered).

Responsibilities

• Lab Formulation: Mix, blend, and compound raw materials at bench scale to create prototype paints and coatings.
• Application Testing: Apply coatings to steel, plastic, and wood substrates via hand spray or aerosol cans.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct rigorous testing including gloss, flexibility, adhesion, weathering, and color matching.
• Data Logging: Maintain precise laboratory notebooks and document all test results and processing steps.
• Plant Support: Assist in processing trials to ensure lab formulas can be successfully manufactured in the plant.

Skills

Lab experience

Color matching

Paint chemistry

Spray application

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

CPS, Inc. in Florida is seeking a coatings laboratory professional to join our new lab in Tequesta.

The role focuses on bench-scale formulation of prototype paints and coatings, applying coatings to steel, plastic, and wood, and logging results. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in a paint/coatings lab, understands polymer chemistry, resins, pigments, solvents and additives, and has experience with color matching and spray application; a BS in Chemistry or related field is