Product Development Chemist

TreowGroup Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TreowGroup Recruitment, on behalf of our GTA manufacturing client, is seeking an experienced Product Development Chemist to design, develop and validate new and modified product formulations for North America.

Reporting to the Technical Director, this role blends strong scientific knowledge with practical manufacturing understanding; lead projects from bench to plant-scale production while contributing to regulatory requirements and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, applied chemistry or biochemistry.
• Five to ten years of relevant research and development experience.
• Proven ability to apply chemistry knowledge and the scientific method to create new formulations.
• Experience with GLP/GMP relevant to household, industrial and institutional products, and/or cosmetic products.
• Hands-on experience preparing samples, conducting analyses, operating laboratory equipment, reviewing data, calibrating and maintaining equipment, and validating methods.
• Analytical chemistry experience, including HPLC and UV spectroscopy, with ability to critique existing methods and develop new capabilities.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements for household products.
• Strong research and computer skills; ability to learn technical databases and conduct detailed technical research.
• Excellent organization and project-management skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate new or modified formulations, including EPA- and FDA-registered products, by defining project objectives, methodology and outcomes.
• Apply chemistry knowledge and scientific method to achieve project goals through a systematic approach.
• Assess raw material options and research new ingredients or technologies as required.
• Evaluate interactions between formulation components for functionality, safety, stability and processing.
• Conduct literature searches and patent reviews to support product development.
• Support scale-up from bench development through pilot plant trials and commercial production.
• Ensure formulations can be manufactured efficiently while considering cost, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory, technical and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and achieve outcomes.
• Develop laboratory analytical capabilities to assess formulations and support product analysis.
• Create product appraisal methods, enabling faster screening and providing reliable performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

HPLC

UV spectroscopy

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemistry, applied chemistry or biochemistry

Tools

HPLC

UV spectroscopy

Job description

TreowGroup Recruitment, on behalf of our GTA manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Product Development Chemist to design, develop and validate new and modified product formulations for operations across North America.

Reporting to the Technical Director, this role is ideal for a creative and analytical chemist who can combine strong scientific knowledge with a practical understanding of manufacturing. You will take projects from bench development through pilot trials and plant-scale commercial production while contributing to analytical methods, regulatory requirements and continuous improvement.

Location: GTA

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 annually + bonus + RRSP match + health benefits

Your day-to-day will include:

Formulation & Product Development

• Develop and validate new or modified formulations, including EPA- and FDA-registered products, by defining project objectives, methodology and desired outcomes.
• Apply chemistry knowledge and the scientific method to achieve project goals through a systematic, knowledge-based approach.
• Assess raw material options and research new ingredients or technologies as required.
• Evaluate interactions between formulation components that may affect product functionality, safety, stability, shelf life, processing requirements and capital investment.
• Conduct literature searches and patent reviews to support product development activities.

Scale-Up & Manufacturing

• Support the scale-up of formulations from bench development through pilot plant trials and commercial production.
• Ensure formulations can be manufactured efficiently while considering cost, product quality, safety, health and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory, technical and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and achieve successful project outcomes.

Analytical Methods & Product Appraisal

• Develop new laboratory analytical capabilities to assess formulations and support competitive product analysis.
• Create product appraisal methods that evaluate ingredient functionality, enable faster screening and provide reliable product-performance metrics.
• Conduct analytical testing, including HPLC and UV spectroscopy, and evaluate existing methods and limitations.
• Define quality specifications for new products using appropriate statistical approaches.

Documentation, Regulatory Support & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate, organized and confidential records of batches, chemical and product samples, technical and safety data sheets, and analytical and appraisal methods.
• Ensure laboratory notebooks are legible, signed and thoroughly documented to protect company confidentiality and intellectual property.
• Assist with Regulatory Affairs activities and support applicable EPA and FDA requirements.
• Participate in the plant’s Continuous Improvement Program and follow all company safety rules, regulations and good housekeeping practices.

You’ll be a good fit if you possess:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, applied chemistry or biochemistry.
• Five to ten years of relevant research and development experience.
• Proven ability to apply chemistry knowledge and the scientific method to create new formulations.
• Experience with good laboratory and manufacturing practices (GLP/GMP) relevant to household, industrial and institutional products, and/or cosmetic products.
• Hands-on experience preparing samples, conducting analyses, operating laboratory equipment, reviewing technical data, calibrating and maintaining equipment, and validating methods.
• Analytical chemistry experience, including HPLC and UV spectroscopy, with the ability to critique existing methods and develop new analytical capabilities.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements for household products.
• Strong research and computer skills, including the ability to learn technical databases and conduct detailed technical research.
• Excellent organization and project-management skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong written reporting and verbal communication skills, along with a creative and analytical approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of FDA requirements under 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211 for OTC products and EPA product-registration requirements.

Work Environment:

• Laboratory-based role with some exposure to the manufacturing plant.
• Regular standing for extended periods and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.
• Normally eight-hour shifts, with day or afternoon shifts and overtime as required.

TreowGroup Recruitment, as well as our client, is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment that brings people together to realize their full potential. We are committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. IND2