Formulations Chemist

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Job Description

This position involves partnering with various organizations as an R&D outsource to handle formulation projects, specializing in developing formulas, processes, and assisting with manufacturer sourcing for products such as liquid cleaners, soaps, detergents, and enzymes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize formulations for liquid cleaners, soaps, detergents, and enzymes.
• Conduct R&D activities to improve existing formulations and create new ones.
• Collaborate with partner companies to understand their formulation needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Assist in identifying and coordinating with manufacturers for scale-up and production.
• Work closely with one technician to execute formulation projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of formulations, typically within 3–5 months.
• Scale up formulations from lab to production scale.
• Troubleshoot and resolve formulation challenges.
• Lead projects independently and contribute effectively in a team environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–6 years of experience in formulation, with a focus on liquid cleaners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and optimize chemical formulations.
• Strong understanding of chemical properties and interactions.
• Experience with scale-up processes is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and project leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with formulating liquid cleaners.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision required.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Capable of managing multiple projects.

Work Environment

The role is set in an R&D lab where collaboration with auto care experts is frequent. The work environment is dynamic, encouraging innovation and teamwork to meet project deadlines.