Join a specialist chemicals innovator at a leading facility in Lancashire Work on developing and enhancing high-performance chemical formulations that support customers worldwide. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to shape product innovation in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment while working alongside an expert technical team. The role As a Formulation Chemist, you will be responsible for developing, testing, and improving chemical formulations to meet customer and business needs. You will play a key role in driving innovation, enhancing product performance, and ensuring solutions are both reliable and cost-effective. Your focus will include: - Designing, developing, and testing new chemical formulations - Researching raw materials and monitoring industry trends - Improving the performance and efficiency of existing products - Conducting competitor product analysis to identify opportunities for innovation - Coordinating with production, regulatory, and commercial teams to support smooth product launch - Managing multiple projects, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines and standards What you bring - Degree or higher in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (essential) - Strong background in formulation (academic or industrial) - Fresh graduates and experienced candidates will be considered - Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability - Clear, confident communication and the ability to collaborate across teams - Organisational skills to manage several projects simultaneously - Experience in pulp or paper formulation (advantageous but not essential) Why apply? - Salary £26,000 – £40,000 depending on experience - 27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays - Annual company bonus - Free staff lunches - Onsite parking - Opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment If you’re ready to apply your formulation expertise to innovative projects and develop your career in a global-facing chemicals business, we’d love to hear from you