Formulation Chemist
CK Group are recruiting for an experienced
Formulation Chemist to join a leading manufacturer of Medical and Technical products, based in Bishop Auckland on a full time, permanent basis.
The Company:
The company has extensive blending facilities and manufacture a range of products from lotions, to gels, sprays to shampoos and a range of other products for varied applications. They now have an opening for a Formulation Chemist to join their team. Working within the Product Development department, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing new formulations and ensuring the efficacy of these formulations. The company offers a salary ranging from £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience; and hours are 8.30am - 5pm Monday - Friday.
Formulation Chemist Role:
Your main duties will include:
1. Working and communicating with customers to develop tailored formulations.
2. Sourcing materials and laboratory equipment to improve the Laboratory Facility.
3. Defining the requirements for microbiological testing and co-ordinate this testing on site/externally.
4. Carrying out wet chemistry testing of incoming materials and finished products using methods including: Viscosity, pH, melting point, UV-Vis and colour analysis.
5. Creating production information files.
6. Setting up specification parameters for incoming materials and finished products.
7. Ensuring that formulations developed are commercially beneficial.
8. Identifying acceptable suppliers of raw materials and working with the Supply Chain team.
9. Designing and carrying out training with the QC team and other staff on site.
10. Carrying out risk assessments for any lab work.
Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:
11. Degree in Chemistry or cosmetic science/equivalent experience – essential
12. At least 2 years' industry experience of formulating relevant chemicals - essential
13. Personal care, Cosmetics or Medical product experience - desirable
14. A basic working knowledge of statistical analysis would be beneficial
15. Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own transportation