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This influential leadership role is responsible for aligning technical resources, research initiatives, and corporate priorities to drive business growth and deliver market-leading solutions. Working closely with Marketing, Commercial, and Executive Leadership teams, the Technical Director will oversee the development and commercialization of new technologies, guide projects through the stage gate process, and ensure innovation efforts translate into meaningful value for our customers and the business.\nMinimum Requirements:\nBachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline, or equivalent experience.\n\nMinimum 10 years of R&D experience and 5 years of supervisory or management experience required.\n\nProven ability to lead technical teams, drive cross-functional collaboration, and manage complex product development initiatives. Must pass a Jaeger Eye Test.\n\nPhysical Requirements:\nThis position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per day.\n\nExposure to chemicals may include, but is not limited to, Amines, Polyamides, Isocyanates, Epoxies, Alkyds, Acrylics, and certain inorganic compounds.\n\nNo unusual lifting or exertion requirements are associated with this position.\n\nTravel requirement: 10-20%.\n\nEssential Functions:\nLeads and develops Laboratory Managers, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.\nDrives product development strategy by aligning resources and priorities with corporate objectives and market needs.\nPlays a key role in establishing and prioritizing corporate projects through active participation in the Stage Gate Process.\nOversees project execution and helps ensure timely delivery of high-impact product development initiatives.\nCoordinates and directs the resolution of product-related issues across all pertinent business units.\nPartners with the Vice President, Global R&D to establish and execute both short- and long-term laboratory goals and objectives.\nAssists in evaluating laboratory performance and recommends organizational improvements to support corporate growth and innovation objectives.\nProvides input and guidance for departmental budgeting and resource planning.\nCommunicates laboratory performance, project progress, and development milestones through regular product development reviews.\nSupports talent development initiatives, including technical training, leadership development, succession planning, and employee growth programs.\nReviews product development data and approves the technical release of new products.\nConducts regular staff meetings to communicate priorities, initiatives, and organizational updates.\nReviews and approves or denies requests for the release of proprietary information.\nParticipates in RPM technical meetings and facilitates technical collaboration across the organization.\nSupports and champions all Carboline quality initiatives.\nEnhances Carboline's technical reputation through active participation in professional organizations such as AMPP, ASTM, and other industry associations.\nDelivers technical presentations to customers, industry organizations, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.\nTakes an active role in hazard recognition and injury prevention by following all safety rules and regulations and promptly reporting injuries and incidents.\nFollows all environmental regulations to ensure hazardous materials and waste are managed responsibly.\nReceives annual RCRA Hazardous Waste and Carboline Contingency Plan training and adheres to all associated requirements.\nDemonstrates a strong commitment to Carboline's safety, quality, and environmental stewardship programs.\nWho We Are:\nCarboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. 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Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan.Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. 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