Formulation Chemist

2 weeks ago

De Pere, Wisconsin, United States Actalent Full time
Position Overview:
As a Formulation Chemist, you will engage in various responsibilities associated with the development and consumer acceptance of chemical products.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop chemical formulations that adhere to internal ingredient standards and meet project timelines while ensuring compliance with industry safety practices and scientific accuracy.
- Execute performance evaluations against established benchmarks to confirm optimal functionality and superior performance.
- Enhance formulation components to control costs and ensure ingredient availability for desired applications.
- Oversee stability assessments, including initial production run evaluations, and maintain comprehensive and organized records.
- Prepare samples and manage documentation for microbiological and toxicological assessments, coordinating external testing as necessary.
- Collaborate with chemical suppliers to stay informed about new raw materials and explore alternative sourcing options to achieve cost efficiency.
- Analyze competitor products and compile technical reports based on standardized comparative testing data.
- Explore innovative raw materials and technologies through laboratory experiments, documenting findings and proposing potential applications.
- Provide technical support in response to consumer inquiries regarding product ingredients, usage, and potential adverse effects.
- Assist in training sales teams on new product launches prior to distribution.
- Maintain an organized and up-to-date laboratory database.
- Participate in problem-solving initiatives and conduct laboratory evaluations on both new and existing products.
- Collaborate with Engineers, Quality Control, Analytical Services, and external partners, including vendors and potential customers, as well as third-party manufacturers.
- Conduct field assessments related to formulations, raw materials, finished products, product applications, and the scaling of manufacturing and packaging processes for new, existing, and experimental products.
- Review scientific literature, technical reports, competitor documentation, vendor publications, and other resources relevant to the specialty chemical sector, product specifications, and formulations.
- Collect empirical data from Quality Control, Technical Services, and other departments to establish Product Development specifications for new materials and products, as well as enhancements to existing products and processes.
- Adhere to all applicable OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements, along with company safety protocols.

Qualifications:
- A degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required; advanced education is preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in research and development of liquid chemical solutions.

About Actalent:
Actalent is a leading provider of engineering and scientific services and talent solutions, dedicated to helping innovative companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized expertise that drives innovation and market readiness.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
At Actalent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of our organization. We are committed to:
  • Recruiting diverse talent
  • Fostering an inclusive environment through ongoing self-reflection
  • Creating a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with measurable outcomes
  • Providing growth opportunities for all employees
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

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