R&D Manager, Formulation Chemistry — Hands-On Leader

twiceasnice Recruiting; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Holidays

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Job summary

twiceasnice Recruiting is looking for an R&D Manager – Formulation Chemistry near Downey, CA. The successful candidate will lead a small team in a fast-paced environment focused on hands-on laboratory work. This position involves managing formulation development, testing, and innovation in specialty construction materials.

This rare opportunity allows you to guide the technical direction of the business while collaborating closely with manufacturing and quality assurance teams. Attractive salary and benefits package with relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of supervisory, team lead, or laboratory management experience.
• 4+ years of hands-on wet chemistry experience.
• Strong background with R&D and new product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, testing, and optimization of new formulation-based products.
• Conduct experiments to evaluate new materials and product improvements.
• Oversee daily operations of the R&D and QA/QC laboratories.

Skills

Hands-on wet chemistry experience

Formulation development

Team leadership

R&D and new product development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Job description

twiceasnice Recruiting is looking for an R&D Manager – Formulation Chemistry near Downey, CA. The successful candidate will lead a small team in a fast-paced environment focused on hands-on laboratory work. This position involves managing formulation development, testing, and innovation in specialty construction materials.

This rare opportunity allows you to guide the technical direction of the business while collaborating closely with manufacturing and quality assurance teams. Attractive salary and benefits package with relocation assistance available.