Deputy Laboratory Manager (100 %) – Perspective Laboratory Management

Knuchel Farben AG is an independent Swiss family business with over 110 years of experience in the development and production of high-quality paints and varnishes for construction and industry. With around 140 employees, we combine tradition with technical innovation and practical product development. Help shape it – not just in the laboratory, but in the product of the future Are you already working in varnish development or in a laboratory environment – and perhaps noticing that you are professionally ready for the next step? Or would you like to have more influence on products, decisions, and the collaboration between development, market, and application? Then this role could be the next logical step for you. Your role In this position, you will gradually take on responsibility for a laboratory team and become an important interface between development, sales, and marketing. You will actively help shape things – from raw material evaluation to customer-specific product solutions. Over time, you will take over the management of the laboratory. What you will work on with us • Development and optimization of modern construction and industrial varnishes • Collaboration on customer-specific solutions with direct market influence • Evaluation and introduction of new raw materials • Leadership and further development of a laboratory team • Close cooperation with internal interfaces What awaits you with us • A key role with a clear development perspective towards laboratory management • Lots of creative freedom in an independent, stable SME • Direct influence on products that are actually used in the market • Short decision-making paths and proximity to production and the market • An environment in which expertise counts – not hierarchy What you bring with you • Experience in varnish development or comparable areas • Enjoyment of practical product development and technical solutions • Structured, independent way of working • Interest in responsibility and further development • French is an advantage, English is a plus Ready for the next step? If you are looking for a role in which you can grow professionally and personally and truly influence products, we look forward to hearing from you. Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to your application to: personal@knuchel.ch