Architectural Team Leader

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Date: Apr 8, 2024

Location: Reading, PA, US

Company: AkzoNobel

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Manage Research and Development activities and day-to-day operations through the supervision and management of a team. Will actively engage in product development, product maintenance, the introduction of new products to customers, and support during the manufacturing process for the Architectural business segment.  Will develop and implement an operational plan and objectives with responsibility for performance and talent management.

Job Responsibilities

  • Organizes, manages and supports the Research and Development resources and projects assigned to the Architectural Research and Development team.
  • Defines and implements Research and Development programs designed to maintain and grow the powder business.  Will work effectively with marketing, sales and production to achieve business goals.
  • Implements strategic plans to meet overall lab goals regarding safety, product and formula rationalization, and development of laboratory staff.
  • Provides immediate, active and direct support for production and customer problems, to rapidly identify root cause and implement permanent corrective action.
  • Visits customer facilities to supervise trials runs of new products, trouble shoot products on-line, and to make formal presentations to customers.
  • Coordinates lab-wide activities concerning personnel management, raw material rationalization and control and synergy with manufacturing.
  • Effectively interfaces with AkzoNobel technical employees in North America and other worldwide laboratories to achieve a cohesive international strategy.
  • Represents AkzoNobel as a technology leader to colleagues, customers, suppliers, and the coatings industry.

Job Requirements

  • Education and experience must include one of the following:
    • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science with 10 years' experience in coatings science and technology
    • Master of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science with 7 years' experience in coatings science and technology
    • Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science with 4 years' experience in coatings science and technology
  • Strong knowledge of powder coatings chemistries and raw materials, powder application, and powder manufacturing.
  • Knowledgeable of the United States Architectural powder coatings market.  Global knowledge preferred.
  • Experience working within multi-cultural and international environment.
  • Ability to travel as required.

Total Rewards

The salary range for these skills is: $91,000.00 - $101,000.00.  This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.  This salary range may also be modified in the future. 
  
Perks for Joining AkzoNobel
Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave • Hybrid work for most exempt roles • Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee referral bonus 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 36138

 

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Nearest Major Market: Reading PA

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