Formulation Chemist

Designeers Midwest; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Formulation Chemist in Cincinnati, Ohio, to work in the R&D group for hard surface cleaning products. Responsibilities include managing the formulation development of new products, supporting existing lines, and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have a BS in Chemistry or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience. The role requires effective communication with sales teams and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Occasional travel is expected but minimal.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience formulating hard surface cleaners and sanitizers.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements such as FIFRA.
• Familiarity with environmental/sustainable programs like Safer Choice.

Responsibilities

• Manage product formulation development projects aligning with customer objectives.
• Provide technical support in the field and at customer locations.
• Develop and execute test protocols for hard surface cleaner formulations.

Skills

Formulating hard surface cleaners

Technical guidance

Problem solving

Communication

Education

BS in Chemistry or Sciences

Job description

In 1966, Designeers Midwest began providing technical contract employee support to the electronics and manufacturing industries in the Greater Cincinnati area. We represented job opportunities and recruited for permanent and long-term temporary employees, known as “contract employees”. Over the decades, we have expanded our employment services and territory but our goal has remained the same: to build a strong record of excellent service by partnering with our clients and understanding their needs. Our knowledge of technical engineering and design sets us apart from other recruiting and staffing agencies and now Designeers Midwest serves clients large and small from coast to coast.

Our contract personnel include Engineers and Designers skilled in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronic, Chemical, Process, and Structural / Architectural disciplines. Our Scientific Professionals serve the Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Environmental and Medical fields. In addition, we also provide administrative personnel with experience in technical engineering and scientific environments.

Job Description

The Formulation Chemist works in the Research and Development group. The Formulation Chemist is part of the Santec Products team that formulates and supports hard surface cleaning products. The Formulation Chemist will also interact with the sales team to develop new products and support the existing product line.

Essential Functions:

Manage new hard surface cleaner product formulations development projects or formula modifications projects aligning with specified customer and/or company objectives.

Provide technical guidance and problem solving in support of growth objectives for new and existing hard surface cleaner product line.

Develop and execute test protocols and/or standard test methods related to the development of I&I hard surface cleaner formulations.

Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements (FIFRA) as well as other hard surface cleaner product certification programs (NSF, Kosher, etc).

Familiar with the various environmental/sustainable programs and initiative (Safer Choice, GreenSeal, Ecologo).

Provide technical support in the field and/or at customer locations as needed.

Provide scientifically sound written and verbal communication to the customer, sales/marketing staff and R&D management on project updates and other technical issues.

Stay current on industry trends and customer needs to anticipate new product applications and formulations.

Develop and present technical presentations to internal (Santec Products) and external (customers, industry) audiences.

Maintain complete and up to date technical information in Laboratory notebook

Develop technical training material for distribution to field sales organization as needed.

• Operate within specified company safety guidelines. This includes wearing safety glasses at all times, following safe operating procedures and maintaining a clean work environment.

Job Requirements:

• BS in Chemistry or Sciences

At least 2 years of experience formulating hard surface cleaners and sanitizers.

Travel less than 10% of the time

Ability to stand for extended periods of time during field trials and plant evaluations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.