VP Of Coatings Technology

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and execute a multi-year technology and innovation strategy aligned with company growth objectives, working closely with the COO and executive team Unify Lab, R&D, QC, QA, and Color into a cohesive division with shared priorities, clear accountability, and efficient handoffs between teams Own the technology divisions budget, headcount planning, and capital equipment investments Represent technology and product innovation in executive-level strategic planning and board reporting R&D & Innovation Direct the development of new coatings formulations, resins, and additive technologies in response to market needs, sustainability goals, and customer requirements Prioritize the R&D pipeline based on commercial opportunity, technical feasibility, and resource capacity Foster relationships with raw material suppliers, industry consortia, and academic partners to stay ahead of emerging technology Color Department Oversee color matching, color development, and color technology systems Ensure color consistency and accuracy standards are met across product lines and customer specifications Guide investment in color-matching technology and automation Quality Control & Quality Assurance Ensure QC testing protocols and QA systems meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, EPA, OSHA, VOC regulations) Drive root-cause investigation and corrective action processes for quality deviations, customer complaints, and manufacturing issues Champion a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making across quality functions Laboratory Operations Ensure the lab is equipped, staffed, and organized to support both routine testing and R&D initiatives efficiently Maintain safety, compliance, and best-practice standards across all lab operations People Leadership Recruit, develop, and retain department heads and technical talent across all five functions Build a strong bench of technical leadership and succession plans for key roles Foster collaboration between departments and with adjacent functions (Operations, Sales, Supply Chain)

What Success Looks Like: A unified technology division with clear strategy, strong cross-department collaboration, and measurable improvement in quality metrics Reduced quality incidents and faster root-cause resolution A strong, retained bench of technical leadership Trusted strategic partnership with the COO and executive team Salary$145,000 - $160,000 plus bonus

Benefits: Medical insurances, 401K, Profit Sharing, Vacation time, and more! Required Technical Experience Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field with more than 10-15 years of work experienced in Coatings development 7+ years of progressive leadership experience 5+ years managing multiple technical departments or functions simultaneously Demonstrated ability to translate technical strategy into business results Strong track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams Familiarity with industry regulatory frameworks (VOC regulations, OSHA, EPA, ASTM/ISO standards Preferred Experience integrating or restructuring technical departments (e.g., following M&A or organizational redesign) Experience with color-matching software and laboratory information management systems Experience presenting to executive leadership or a board of directors Experience in the manufacturing industry