Formulation Technician: Precision Lab for Everyday Care

Merit Manufacturing; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Time off

Bonus

Company events

Career growth

Job summary

Merit Manufacturing in Warren, MI is seeking a Formulation Technician to help turn product ideas into tested formulas. You'll prepare batches, evaluate performance, and provide data to guide development, collaborating with chemists and Quality, Compounding, and Production teams.

The role emphasizes precision, organization, and safety in an on-site laboratory. You will record measurements, conduct testing, support pilot batches, and maintain equipment and documentation, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma, ability to follow detailed instructions, attention to detail, commitment to laboratory safety, ability to complete independent assignments and collaborate across departments.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field; laboratory experience in quality control, microbiology, environmental testing, or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Batch formulas according to mixing instructions.
• Determine and record product specifications, measurements, and observations.
• Perform in-house stability testing and maintain complete testing records.
• Coordinate third-party formula testing.
• Assist the Process Engineer with pilot batches.
• Provide accurate formulation and testing data to chemists, Compounding, and Quality Control.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, cleanliness, and equipment calibration.
• Follow proper laboratory practices and SOPs when recording formulations and relevant data.
• Support chemists on shared projects and help coordinate other technicians’ activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory safety

Record keeping

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Merit Manufacturing in Warren, MI is seeking a Formulation Technician to help turn product ideas into tested formulas. You'll prepare batches, evaluate performance, and provide data to guide development, collaborating with chemists and Quality, Compounding, and Production teams.

The role emphasizes precision, organization, and safety in an on-site laboratory. You will record measurements, conduct testing, support pilot batches, and maintain equipment and documentation, with opportunities to