Formulation Chemist

Thomas Brooke International; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

PTO and holidays

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

holidays

Job summary

A fast-growing industrial coatings manufacturer is seeking a Project Manager to formulate and optimize coatings in a collaborative R&D environment. The role emphasizes testing performance and scaling lab projects to production. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in coatings formulation, particularly with 2K systems for flooring applications. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, with on-site work at the Fort Worth lab.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in coatings formulation.
• Core knowledge of 2K epoxy, polyurethane, and polyaspartic systems.
• Familiarity with water-based and solvent-based industrial coatings.
• Proven ability to execute lab-based projects with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Eager learner with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong collaboration and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulating and optimizing coatings for flooring applications.
• Support lab testing and validation of product performance.
• Aid in scaling formulations from lab bench to production.
• Maintain detailed lab records and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with teams to address customer needs.

Skills

Coatings formulation

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Solvent-based coatings

Lab testing & validation

Documentation

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Coatings, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Project Manager at Thomas Brooke International

The Opportunity

• Dive into a hands‑on role at a fast‑growing industrial coatings manufacturer backed by fresh investment from private equity
• Support innovative product development in a collaborative, zero‑bureaucracy environment that values every team member's contributions and strives for work‑life balance.
• Join an entrepreneurial team, driving innovation in custom 2K coatings focused on flooring applications, with hands‑on ownership of lab projects all the way through to scale up and commercialization.
• Help to bring structure and process to an entrepreneurial lab environment
• Visible role – report directly to overall Head of Technical – with real opportunities for career growth in a high‑impact, small‑team environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist in formulating and optimizing two‑component epoxy, polyurethane, and polyaspartic coatings, with a primary focus on flooring applications for concrete and protective surfaces.
• Support lab testing and validation of product performance, including adhesion, durability, and chemical resistance, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Aid in scaling formulations from lab bench to production, contributing to manufacturing troubleshooting and process improvements as projects progress.
• Maintain detailed lab records, formulations, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and technical teams to address customer needs, while executing assigned projects independently with minimal direct supervision.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Coatings, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in coatings formulation with core knowledge of 2K epoxy, polyurethane, and polyaspartic systems, particularly for flooring and protective applications; familiarity with water‑based and solvent‑based industrial coatings.
• Proven ability to execute lab‑based projects with strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and comfort multitasking in a dynamic, small‑business setting.
• Eager learner with an entrepreneurial mindset, seeking bigger impact in a growing organization; effective communicator who thrives on collaboration and documentation.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Dallas‑Fort Worth area (on‑site in Cresson, TX lab); base salary, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and holidays.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing and Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing