Head of Research & Development and Product Safety (Chemist) | Chemiker (m/w/d) - als Leitung für F&E und Produktsicherheit -

Job Summary

This role is for an experienced Chemist to lead Research & Development and Product Safety at GECHEM, a long-standing family-owned chemical company. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing chemical formulations for various products like detergents, automotive, agro, and construction chemicals, ensuring they meet cost, performance, and sustainability criteria. Key responsibilities also include evaluating product safety, selecting new raw materials, conducting application tests, managing product certifications (e.g., EU Ecolabel), and ensuring compliance with regulations like REACH and CLP. This position offers a secure, challenging, and varied role with significant creative freedom within a supportive team environment and short decision-making paths.