Product Development Chemist

Product Development Chemist

Position Summary:

The Product Development Chemist will contribute to the completion of Research & Development projects with a focus on formulation, manufacturing, testing, and quality. The Product Development Chemist will report directly to Lab management. This is a full-time position with opportunities for advancement in a growing company.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for formulation and development of product samples and experimental laboratory batches as driven by customer or in-house programs.
• Operate and establish batch making procedures and define product specifications for transfer to scale up pilot line testing. 
• Generates new ideas for product concepts and assesses them for implementation.
• Research and explore unique or trending ingredients and technologies within the food and beverage, cosmetic, and dietary supplement markets.
• Supports the project driven activities within the R&D laboratory in accordance with specifications, standard operating procedures, approved test methods and/or protocols, and safety policies.
• Coordinate with supervisors for developing testing procedures or SOPs where none exist.
• Document and record all laboratory activities according to GLP.
• Support in general laboratory tasks such as chemical inventory management, consumables supply, disposition of expired product or samples, and overall organization as necessary.
• Ensures a safe work environment; work areas and laboratory equipment are neat, clean, and clear always.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• 5+ years in a chemical, cosmetic, food, or pharmaceutical laboratory setting.
• Proven experience in formulation chemistry and/or product development.
• Experience with blending, batch making, mixing or compounding.
• Prior work with coatings, films, and / or polymers a plus.
• Food science, flavorist, or fragrance exposure are also a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related sciences required.

Additional Skill Sets:

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Good time management skills to meet deadlines and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions, and product spec sheets.
• Ability to write routine reports and record data in laboratory notebook.
• Flexible and willing to work as a team or work independently with little oversight. 
• Walk and stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Compensation:

• Salary: $40-60k per year
• Rate is commensurate on experience and education.