Formulation Chemist — Polymers & Adhesives R&D

Atrium; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(K) plan with company match.

PTO, paid vacation & holidays.

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Atrium in Nutley, NJ is hiring a Formulation Chemist to support development, testing, and commercialization of adhesives and related materials. The role emphasizes hands-on formulation work, collaboration across cross-functional teams, and independent work with minimal supervision.

Reporting to R&D, you will evaluate materials, perform FTIR-based analyses, and contribute to product enhancements while maintaining thorough lab records and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant lab, manufacturing, or formulation experience.
• Proficiency in FTIR spectroscopy.
• Strong analytical judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow complex procedures and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare small-scale laboratory formulations for polymers, laminates, films, adhesives, coatings, and related materials per product requirements.
• Evaluate raw materials, intermediates, and finished products via physical, chemical, analytical, and functional testing.
• Utilize FTIR and other techniques to assess material composition and properties.
• Provide technical support during lab, pilot, and manufacturing-scale trials, including coating, laminating, and related processes.
• Assist with material qualification, substitute materials, troubleshooting, and product enhancements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product/Process Development, Sales, and Operations to support development and resolve issues.
• Maintain thorough laboratory records of procedures, data, observations, and recommendations.
• Adhere to SDS information and chemical storage, PPE, waste disposal, and safety requirements.
• Produce and condition samples for internal testing and customer assessments.
• Conduct mechanical testing (tensile, adhesion, flexibility) to evaluate product performance.
• Research competitive products to support development while protecting confidential information.
• Follow quality systems and lab practices and safety procedures.

Skills

Lab experience

FTIR spectroscopy

Analytical skills

Procedural discipline

Interpersonal skills

Excel & Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science

Tools

FTIR spectroscopy

Job description

Atrium in Nutley, NJ is hiring a Formulation Chemist to support development, testing, and commercialization of adhesives and related materials. The role emphasizes hands-on formulation work, collaboration across cross-functional teams, and independent work with minimal supervision.

Reporting to R&D, you will evaluate materials, perform FTIR-based analyses, and contribute to product enhancements while maintaining thorough lab records and adhering to safety and quality standards.