R&D Paint Formulation Specialist

Fenix-Group-Spc; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenix Group is seeking an R&D Lab Technician to join our Paints R&D team. You will collaborate with three chemists to develop and optimize formulations, run tests on viscosity, adhesion, durability, and color stability, and translate results into concrete improvements.

This role offers growth within the R&D path, exposure to ISO/regulatory compliance, and opportunities to advance as skills are gained. A bachelor’s degree and coatings experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in paint formulation or related R&D in coatings.
• Familiarity with ISO and regulatory requirements and standards (VOC regulations, REACH).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to explain data to chemists, reps, or manufacturing staff.
• Ability to follow directions, conduct tests carefully, and report data clearly.
• Strong problem-solving ability to develop solutions and improve formulations.
• Curiosity to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with chemistry projects alongside our chemists to develop and optimize paint formulations.
• Support operations by sourcing materials, evaluating costs, and assisting scale-up activities for manufacturing transfer.
• Cross-train in Quality Control and help close batch tickets after shipment to identify formulation improvements.
• Serve as a point of contact for customer complaints related to formulation or performance, providing root-cause analysis.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related field

Job description

Fenix Group is seeking an R&D Lab Technician to join our Paints R&D team. You will collaborate with three chemists to develop and optimize formulations, run tests on viscosity, adhesion, durability, and color stability, and translate results into concrete improvements.

This role offers growth within the R&D path, exposure to ISO/regulatory compliance, and opportunities to advance as skills are gained. A bachelor’s degree and coatings experience are preferred.