Development Chemist - Industrial Coatings

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Overview Mayfly Agri, an established manufacturer of industrial manufacturing and construction products, is seeking an experienced Development Chemist. This role is responsible for new product development, domestication of global formulations, raw material substitutions, quality support, and cost reduction initiatives. What you will do * Develop new products and improve industrial coating formulations. * Localise global products using regionally available raw materials. * Lead raw material qualification, substitution, and cost reduction projects. * Conduct laboratory testing, product validation, and QC support. * Provide technical support to manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams. Requirements (from the original advert) * Must have a B. Sc. or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Polymer Science or related field. * Minimum 10-15+ years' experience in industrial/protective coatings. * Proven experience with epoxies, polyurethanes, zinc-rich coatings, high-performance linings, etc. is required. * Must have experience in new product development and formulation transfer/localisation. * Strong knowledge of coating performance testing and quality control. Who should apply An experienced Development Chemist with a B. Sc. or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field, and 10-15+ years of experience in industrial/protective coatings. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in specific coating types (epoxies, polyurethanes, zinc-rich coatings, high-performance linings), new product development, formulation transfer/localisation, and a strong understanding of coating performance testing and quality control. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/development-chemist-industrial-coatings-mayfly-agri-pty-ltd Source: myjobmag

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