Job Description
An automotive coatings manufacturing client is seeking a Technical Director to join their team! This leader will oversee technical operations across multiple coating segments, including pretreatment, e-coat, and body topcoat technologies, while managing 3 teams of approximately 30-40 technical professionals. The role is heavily focused on leadership, team development, strategic direction, technical problem-solving, and ensuring consistent support for OEM customers. This individual will spend a significant portion of their time collaborating with leadership teams, conducting staff meetings, reviewing technical challenges, mentoring employees, and driving organizational improvements while maintaining customer engagement as needed. This is a full-time direct placement opportunity located in Cleveland, OH, operating in a hybrid environment with approximately 3-4 days onsite per week. Compensation ranges from $100,000 to $135,000 annually, plus a 15% target bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
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Required Skills & Experience
Leadership experience managing technical teams within the automotive, coatings, or chemical manufacturing industries
Strong people leadership experience with a passion for developing and mentoring employees
Exposure to OEM coatings, topcoat, paint systems, e-coat, pretreatment, or related automotive finishing technologies
Strong technical foundation and ability to provide hands-on guidance in problem-solving and technical reviews
Ability to serve as a change agent and help drive organizational and cultural transformation
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Chemist background
Experience within automotive coatings organizations
Experience supporting global organizations and working across international teams
Exposure to R&D and innovation environments
Experience supporting OEM customer relationships
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.