Overview
Join a specialist chemicals innovator at a leading facility in Lancashire. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to shape product innovation in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment while working alongside an expert technical team.
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
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