Careers at Surface Paints

Shape Your Career. Make an Impact.

At Surface Paints, we encourage every individual to take ownership, embrace new challenges, and turn ideas into meaningful results. Our work environment brings together experience, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence, creating a place where professionals can build their capabilities while contributing to the continued growth of the organization.

Technology & Expertise

Work with modern technology, advanced manufacturing practices, and evolving industry solutions.

Collaborative Culture

Work alongside experienced professionals, exchange ideas, and contribute to shared goals.

Freedom to Innovate

Bring practical ideas, improve processes, and help create better solutions for customers.

Join a growing team where technical expertise, innovation, quality, and
continuous learning come together to shape the future of industrial coatings.

01

Research & Development Head

R&D Lucknow Full Time

The R&D Head will lead innovation, product development, and technical advancement in the paints & coatings segment. This role requires expertise in developing new paint formulations, improving product performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the R&D function.
  • Develop new paint formulations and enhance existing products for performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Ensure all formulations comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental norms.
  • Conduct research on raw materials, pigments, resins, and additives to optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with production, quality control, and sales to ensure smooth scale-up and commercialization of new products.
  • Monitor competitor products, and technological advancements in coatings.
  • Oversee paint trials at client sites and support technical services for key customers.
  • Manage budgeting, resource planning, and infrastructure development for R&D.
  • Mentor and develop R&D professionals to build a strong technical workforce.

Preferred Skills

  • Master’s/PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Paint Technology, or related field.
  • 15+years of experience in the paint & coatings industry, with at least 8 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of resins, pigments, additives, and coating technologies.
  • Proven track record of successful product development and commercialization.
  • Expertise in formulation chemistry and application techniques.
  • Analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Strategic mindset with an innovation-driven approach.
02

Area Sales Manager

Sales Western UP Full Time

An Area Sales Manager in the paints industry is responsible for driving regional sales growth, managing teams and distribution networks, and implementing strategies to expand market presence. This is a frontline leadership role focused on achieving sales targets and strengthening brand visibility within a specific geographic area.

Key Responsibilities

  • The Candidate should have experience in the paint industry. 
  • Oversee and manage dealer and distributor networks within the assigned territory. 
  • Develop and execute area-wise sales strategies and business plans to meet organizational revenue goals.
  • Plan and conduct local promotional campaigns, dealer/painter meets, and brand-building activities to boost business and product visibility. 
  •  Regularly conduct market visits to track competitor activities, resolve trade issues, and gather business feedback. 
  •  Ensure timely collections from the trade and optimize inventory for efficient supply. 
  • Analyze and forecast area sales numbers and submit regular performance updates to the Sales Manager / Managing Director. 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers, distributors, and key customers, resolving queries and ensuring customer satisfaction. 
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, documentation standards, and legal regulations in all sales activities.
  • Identify new business opportunities, expand distribution reach, and develop new channels as needed. 

Preferred Skills

  • Must be a Graduate. 
  • Strong communication & interpersonal skills 
  • Own Vehicle must 
  • Should have 10+ years of experience in the Same Industry. 
  • Location –Various 
  • Customer-focused approach.
  • Willingness to travel when required.
03

QC Officer – Incoming Quality Control

Quality Lucknow Full Time

To ensure the quality and conformity of all incoming raw materials, packaging materials, and other purchased materials as per approved specifications and quality standards. The role will be responsible for inspection, testing, documentation, and timely clearance/rejection of incoming materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect and verify all incoming raw materials, chemicals, pigments, additives, resins, solvents, packaging materials, and other purchased materials.
  • Conduct incoming quality inspection and testing as per approved specifications, test methods, and sampling plans.
  • Verify supplier COA (Certificate of Analysis) against internal quality requirements.
  • Ensure proper sampling, identification, labelling, and traceability of incoming materials.
  • Compare test results with approved specifications and acceptance criteria.
  • Prepare and maintain Incoming Quality Inspection Reports (IQIR) and related QC records.
  • Raise non-conformance reports for materials that do not meet specifications and coordinate with Purchase/Supplier Quality for corrective action.
  • Maintain calibration status and proper use of laboratory testing instruments.
  • Follow established SOPs, quality procedures, safety requirements, and documentation practices.
  • Participate in investigation of material-related quality issues and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA).
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records and reports.

Preferred Skills

  • Qualification: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry, B.Tech./M.Tech. in Chemical Technology, or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in QC/QA, preferably in Paints & Chemicals industries.
  • Strong knowledge of Incoming Quality Control (IQC) procedures and raw material testing.
  • Good understanding of chemical raw materials, pigments, resins, additives, solvents, and packaging materials.
  • Good knowledge of specifications, sampling procedures, COA verification, and test methods.
  • Knowledge of NCR, RCA, CAPA, 5 Why, and basic quality management practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good documentation and reporting skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to make quality-based decisions independently.

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