Our client are a well-established, innovation-driven manufacturer specializing in high-performance chemical products for industrial and commercial applications. With a strong commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability, we pride ourselves on delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers across diverse markets.

Full-Time On Site

Salary 85-110K plus Profit Share 

Some remote work after 6 Months

Full Benefits:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K.  

No Relocation Package

U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holder Only

Job Summary

This role involves independent research, formulation, and testing of chemical products, such as inks, coatings, or related compounds. The position is highly hands-on, requiring extensive laboratory work as well as coordination with cross-functional teams, including quality control, manufacturing, product management, and sales, to support both new and existing product lines.

Our R&D team plays a critical role in shaping our product portfolio—from pioneering new formulations to improving existing lines. We foster a collaborative work environment where creativity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and every team member contributes to meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate new chemical products aligned with organizational goals.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet target specifications for cost, color, and performance.

• Manage development projects from concept to production, including documentation and milestone tracking.

• Conduct technical research to understand new product applications and use cases.

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues involving chemical formulations.

• Scale lab-developed formulas to manufacturing quantities in partnership with production teams.

• Respond to customer inquiries and provide technical support when needed.

• Analyze chemical compounds for properties and behavior to guide development decisions.

• Improve existing formulations through iterative testing and innovation.

• Establish and maintain formulation standards and process documentation.

• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and generate technical reports and presentations.

• Deliver training and product knowledge to both internal teams and external clients.

• Perform additional duties as required.

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Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field preferred

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in formulation development, ideally in inks, paints, or coatings

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with lab equipment such as viscometers, spectrophotometers, and pH meters

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; project management software experience is a plus

Math and Analytical Skills:

• Strong quantitative skills including proportions, percentages, and graphing

• Ability to follow complex instructions and troubleshoot multi-variable problems

Key Competencies

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Creativity and innovation in product design

What You’ll Do:

• Independently develop and formulate new chemical products that align with business objectives

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production to tailor formulations to customer performance, cost, and color requirements

• Lead R&D projects from concept through scale-up, including lab work, documentation, and timeline management

• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support process improvements

• Conduct testing and analysis on raw materials and finished products

• Prepare technical reports and present findings internally or to clients

• Provide training and technical support to internal teams and customers

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