Natural Color Formulation Chemist (Food & Beverage)

Cinnamon Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinnamon Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Laboratory Technologist/Chemist to join our R&D and Applications team in Stevenage.

You will develop and optimise natural colour formulations for food and beverage applications, conducting pilot-scale trials and quality control using spectrophotometric equipment. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, safety, and documentation, with training provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related science; Masters/PhD preferred.
• Experience in Analytical, Quality, or Formulation in food/bev (advantage).
• Experience with colour formulation and colorimetry equipment desirable; training available.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise natural food colour formulations.
• Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale trials to evaluate colour performance.
• Perform colour quality control testing using spectrophotometric equipment.
• Measure and verify colour strength, shade, and appearance.
• Safely prepare and handle colour solutions and related chemicals.
• Support customer development projects through testing and consultation.
• Investigate and resolve colour-related challenges in products and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver launches.
• Maintain accurate records of formulations and results.

Skills

Analytical skills

Colour formulation

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Masters/PhD in related field

Tools

Colorimetry equipment

Spectrophotometric equipment

Job description

Cinnamon Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Laboratory Technologist/Chemist to join our R&D and Applications team in Stevenage.

You will develop and optimise natural colour formulations for food and beverage applications, conducting pilot-scale trials and quality control using spectrophotometric equipment. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, safety, and documentation, with training provided where needed.