Senior Paint Technician

The company requires the services of a Senior Paint Technician responsible for leading product development and optimisation projects. The candidate must be experienced in paint formulating, particularly with experience in the decorative paint segment. A strong work ethic with a positive outlook and inquisitive nature will be favored. Duties & Responsibilities Provide support to ad hoc technical requests from operations, sales and external customers Optimise existing products with regards to performance and cost Develop new products Evaluate and approve alternative raw materials Evaluate competitor products Provide technical support to factory technical, procurement, marketing and sales teams Investigate product complaints Provide supporting documents for products including data sheets, FAQs, product presentations Writing lab reports Stay informed with industry trends and regulationsDesired Qualification, Experience and SkillsBSc or National Diploma in Chemistry, Polymer Science or a related field8+ years of related work experience as a Formulating Chemist in water-based paints or related experience is highly preferred Understanding of paint formulating fundamentals and demonstrated formulating competenceHigh level of conceptual and analytical thinkingHighly organised, detail-orientated and systematic approach in laboratory workKnowledge of and strict adherence to standard lab practicesGood interpersonal and communications skillsExcellent writing skillsProficient in Microsoft Office - Excel and WordThe ability to work independently and in a teamPositive and inquisitive outlook, taking initiative and drive to see through projectsInnovative and problem-solving mindsetAbility to work under pressureAble to adapt quickly in a work environment with changing priorities