Zürich
Project Manager Research & Development 100% (m/f/d)
- 21 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
What is my role?
You develop dispersions of various kinds and accompany them from the idea to implementation.
You plan, coordinate and implement development projects and ensure compliance with project goals, milestones and schedules.
You examine and evaluate alternative raw materials and are responsible for their approval.
You analyse incoming raw materials and accompany them until approval for development and production.
You optimise existing products in terms of quality, manufacturability and performance.
You successfully transfer laboratory formulations into production and support process optimisation.
You work closely and cross-departmentally with the production, purchasing and field service departments.
What do I need to be successful?
You have completed training as a paint laboratory technician or chemical laboratory technician, ideally specialising in paints or coatings.
You have at least five years of professional experience in a development laboratory for adhesives, paints or colours.
You think entrepreneurially, act solution-oriented and actively contribute your own ideas.
You work with commitment, flexibility and independently and are happy to get involved in operational day-to-day tasks.
You are a team player and convince internal and external contacts with your open and engaging personality.
What are my benefits?
Varied activity in an internationally active Swiss family business.
Thorough induction and attractive employment conditions.
Collegial team with an appreciative working atmosphere.
Support for training and further education.
Free parking spaces, e-charging stations and good public transport connections.
Catering options as well as varied company events.
What distinguishes the company?
An innovative Swiss family business with an international focus, which relies on sustainable solutions, high quality standards and an appreciative corporate culture.
Languages
German: B2 - Very Good
English: advantageous
Workplace
Zurich
Vacancy Number
VA-EPZ-RKH