Head of R&D - Chemical Manufacturing

Lead innovation in advanced coatings for global packaging applications.
Your new company
Our client is a manufacturer specialising in high-performance chemical solutions for metal packaging. With a strong international presence across multiple countries, their products support critical applications in food safety and industrial packaging. Operating from a fully integrated R&D and production facility near Bangkok, the company is committed to sustainable innovation and regulatory excellence.


Your new role
You'll be leading the R&D and Quality teams at the company’s manufacturing site, where you'll oversee everything from developing new products to ensuring they meet international standards. Your role will involve working across departments, improving processes, and making sure the formulations are both effective and compliant. You'll also be the go-to person for turning technical feedback into practical solutions, helping shape the future of packaging for food and industrial use.


What you'll need to succeed
  • Strong academic background with a degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in R&D, QA/QC, or Technical Service within metal packaging coatings
  • Strong formulation expertise (epoxy, polyester, BPA-NI, PVC-free systems)
  • In-depth knowledge of international compliance standards (FDA, EU 10/2011, GB, JHOSPA)
  • Experience with ISO, GMP, BRCGS audits and CAPA implementation
  • Proven leadership in managing technical teams and cross-functional collaboration
  • Fluent in English; experience in multicultural environments is advantageous

What you'll get in return
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to lead a high-impact team in a growing organisation
  • Career development in a dynamic and innovative environment

What you need to do now
Click "apply now" if you are interested in this role. For further details or a confidential discussion on the other opportunities in Manufacturing & Supply Chain, please contact Kongphob (Kong) at Hays Recruitment Thailand on 02 460 6195 or email kongphob.wongprathanchai@hays.co.th.
At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Location
Samut Sakhon
Specialism
Engineering
Ref:
1280933

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Kongphob Wongprathanchai, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Bangkok
No. 8 T-One Building, 22nd Floor, Unit 2202,, Soi Sukhumvit 40, Sukhumvit Road, Phra Khanong Sub-district,

Telephone: 02 460 6195