Product Research & Development Manager

Interested in helping a growing company expand/improve their product portfolio? Interested in creating and improving chemical products for the exciting home remodel industry? Do you have experience in formulating 2K acrylic polyurethanes? Do you enjoy perfecting and creating formulations based on customer needs? If so, this is the perfect role for you! NAPCO is looking for a part time Product Research & Development ManagerAt NAPCO, we provide our customers with the materials needed to create or update the look and style of bathrooms and kitchens, for both residential and commercial settings. Our customers (refinishers) update bathrooms, kitchens, and tile surfaces for a fraction of the cost of remodeling, while providing that “new feel and up to date style” homeowners are looking for.  How do we do this? For over 45 years, NAPCO has been a leader in products and training for tub, tile, shower, cabinet, and countertop refinishers. We are the professional refinisher’s choice for one-stop shopping, for high-quality coatings, supplies, equipment, and training. Our products are the best in the business in terms of quality, durability, color matching, textures, and fast dry time. We even have the leading eco-friendly formulation in the industry, But, our superpower is building personal relationships with our customers through our customer support and technical expertise. What you will appreciate is that our team makes the difference. Everyone (yes, everyone) is focused on Customer Service and responsive to customers’ needs. We offer a friendly, warm, and caring environment and our core value is to help everyone grow and succeed – whether that be our employees or our customers. We are a tight-knit team that runs on EOS (an operating system that has helped us drive our growth). Learn more about us at https://www.napcoltd.com/ ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will create new formulations based on market research/customer requests as well as review current formulations for improvement. Your knowledge of acrylic polyurethanes will be key in researching and obtaining raw materials. Your interpersonal skills will be utilized when working with vendors, interacting with the leadership team, gathering feedback from customers, and leading the development projects. Salary$50 - $60 per hourQualificationsBS in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science or similar. Advanced degree a plus 10 years’ experience in coatings 5 years’ experience with 2K solvent borne urethanes, waterborne a plus Knowledgeable in coating applications, adhesion additives, and epoxy chemistry Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Can uphold our Core Values of We Care, We Solve, We Grow, and We Build Partnerships.