Chemical Engineer for innovative R&D department

In Flügger, we have much to be proud of, not least our deep roots, quality products, skilled employees, and our loyal customer base. We are now looking for another great colleague to join the R&D team and unleash their curiosity in the lab in the pursuit of new sustainable solutions. Interested? Read on to learn more about the role as Scientist, and about a company that was first-mover in producing water-based paint and is determined to stay ahead on the green agenda.

Become part of an expert team in paint formulation

You can look forward to becoming proficient in an area where nothing is reduced to black or white. You must be able to navigate in many raw materials and formulations, which provides almost end-less combination possibilities. You will be involved in the entire development process, from specification to documentation of the final products. The focus in the coming years will be to reduce car-bon footprint and continue the process of launching even more sustainable products. We will pro-vide you with optimal facilities in our newly established state-of-the-art laboratory that is in our headquarters in Rødovre.

Your tasks will include:

• Responsible for at category of recipes
• Being active in networking in relation to staying updated about new raw materials/technologies and processes that enables the creation of new innovative products.
• Leading 3-5 development projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, such as product managers, procurement and production managers, suppliers, and other partners
• Developing new products and technologies that support long-term product roadmaps and the coming strategy focusing on reduced carbon footprint and sustainable products in general.
• Maintaining current products and taking responsibility for making the necessary changes to formulations and documentation.
• You must also expect to take part in the laboratory tasks.
• Collaborate and organize the daily work of 1-2 Laboratory Technicians.
• Improving development processes and activities, as well as implementing adjustments based on observed challenges.
• Proactively sharing relevant knowledge with the team.

Your palette

Our new colleague is a trained Chemical Engineer or Chemist who has experience in coatings or related chemical areas within polymer technology, where work has been done on the development of chemical formulations with specific functionality. In-depth knowledge of Office365, Excel, is a prerequisite. Furthermore, you must be experienced in the methods of design of experiments. Being up to date on the technological development within raw materials used in the architectural coatings industry is an advantage.

We envision someone who is positive, motivated, and result-oriented, who brings these qualities into play and makes a positive impact in their interaction with the rest of the team.
To you, seeking out knowledge and establishing fruitful working relations with suppliers or universities is second nature. You take ownership and run projects diligently and involve relevant stake-holders across departments to ensure efficiency and quality in the product development projects.

You have a talent for organizing and planning and have an analytical approach to problem-solving. You approach colleagues and tasks with open-mindedness and curiosity, and you understand how to motivate others to contribute to the solution.

We offer

A working day where we can have a laugh and a chat while developing products for a sustainable future. You will be part of a team of 11 scientists and technicians which work closely together to ensure that all competences come into play. It is a role where you will have a great impact on decisions in a very flat organization and you will have the freedom to organize your own working day in the most efficient way.

Your salary package will match your qualifications and we will of course treat your application with complete confidentiality.

The position is located at our head office in Rødovre, and most of the time will be spent there, but there is the possibility to work from home when work allows it. The role is organized with direct reference to the Head of Research & Development.

Interested?
Send us your motivated application and CV today or as soon as possible, as we regularly hold inter-views. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Poul Møller Hansen, Head of Research & Development mobile +45 40647565

Application deadline: 09th February 2024
Workplace: Rødovre

Employment rate: Fulltime
Duration: Permanent contract
Position: Scientist

For more information
Contact: Poul Moeller Hansen
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (+45) 40647565

In Flügger, we look solely at the combination of personal and professional qualifications when assessing a candidate’s eligibility. We value diversity in people, where everyone has the freedom to be themselves with equal opportunities.

About Flügger
Flügger group is an internationally listed company with a turnover of approx. than DKK 2.5 billion. and approx. 2700 employees across borders. About 500 of these work in Denmark. Our job is to develop, produce, market and sell paints, wood protection, wallpaper, painter's tools and much more in a professional quality while also helping our customers find the best solutions. We are not satisfied until our customers are satisfied.