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Formulations Chemist

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Pay$30.00 - $35.00 / hour
LocationWestlake/Ohio
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JP-005298729

      Formulations Chemist

      INTERESTED CANDIDATES MAY SEND UPDATED RESUMES TO: JGASSER @ ACTALENTSERVICES.COM

      OR TEXT JENNA TO SETUP A PHONE INTERVIEW: 419. 980. 5823

      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.

      Pay and Benefits

      The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

      Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
      classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
      subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
      available for this temporary role may include the following:

      • Medical, dental & vision
      • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
      • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
      • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
      • Short and long-term disability
      • Health Spending Account (HSA)
      • Transportation benefits
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

      Workplace Type

      This is a fully onsite position in Westlake,OH.

      Application Deadline

      This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

      About Actalent

      Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

      The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

      If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

  • About the company

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