Formulation Chemist

Talent STEM Ltd; Church; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals innovator in Lancashire is seeking a Formulation Chemist to develop and improve chemical formulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and a background in formulation. This role comes with a salary range of £26,000 - £40,000, 27 days holiday, and additional perks like annual bonuses and free staff lunches.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Annual company bonus

Free staff lunches

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is essential.
• Strong background in formulation required.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and improve chemical formulations.
• Research raw materials and monitor industry trends.
• Coordinate with teams for smooth product launch.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or higher in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

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