What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research & Development Director position at ICP Group?
Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leading brands known for innovation, quality, and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team, ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings, adhesives, and sealants companies in North America. ICP Group is headquartered in Andover, MA and has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America, Latin America, UK, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
ICP Group is seeking an experienced R&D Director to lead our research and development efforts at our Andover, MA facility. This individual will oversee a team of chemists and technicians in developing and optimizing innovative coating technologies, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and market demands. The scope of products supported by this position can range from Architectural paints and stains to sport surface products, intumescent coatings, cleaning and disinfecting products and others based on company need.
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Leadership & Strategy:
Requirements:
ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.
ICP Group is seeking an experienced R&D Director to lead our research and development efforts at our Andover, MA facility. This individual will oversee a team of chemists and technicians in developing and optimizing innovative coating technologies, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and market demands. The scope of products supported by this position can range from Architectural paints and stains to sport surface products, intumescent coatings, cleaning and disinfecting products and others based on company need.
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead and mentor a team of scientists and technicians engaged in formulation, testing, and scale-up of innovative products for the Specialty Coatings business
- Define R&D priorities and manage project pipelines to support innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior management to align R&D objectives with business strategy.
- Direct the research and formulation of new products across a range of applications, including architectural paints, sport surfaces, intumescent coatings, and specialty products.
- Oversee modification and enhancement of existing products to improve performance, sustainability, or cost-effectiveness.
- Evaluate raw materials, benchmark competitive products, and drive material innovation.
- Ensure adherence to performance testing standards, QC procedures, and scale-up protocols.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless product transfer from lab to production.
- Serve as the technical expert for assigned product lines and provide support for customer inquiries, complaints, and product certifications.
- Work closely with Business Unit leadership, project management, operations, and commercial teams to drive project execution and timely product launches.
- Partner with customers, suppliers and external research organizations to evaluate new technologies and raw materials.
- Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively across the organization.
Requirements:
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ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.