R&D Formulation Chemist

Malco Products, Inc.; Barberton (OH); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Malco Products, Inc. seeks an experienced R&D Formulation Chemist to lead innovative product development for the automotive appearance, detailing, and restoration lines.

You will drive concepts from initial research through production scale-up, collaborating with Quality, Sales, Marketing and Operations to exceed customer expectations. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related field and 7+ years of formulation experience, with strong knowledge of stability studies, SDS/GHS

Formación

• 7+ years of new product formulation experience in consumer products or automotive detailing.
• Experience with stability studies, efficacy testing, and production scale-up.
• Familiarity with GHS/SDS requirements and chemical safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; manage multiple projects.
• Manufacturing environment experience; ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; LIMS experience a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and perform formulation requirements including new product research, raw material sourcing, development, and scale-up.
• Collaborate with Quality to develop specifications and test methods; ensure formulations meet internal standards.
• Partner with contract customers to develop new products and oversee successful scale-up.
• Evaluate new raw materials for functionality, regulatory compliance and cost reduction.
• Translate market needs into viable formulation concepts with Sales and Marketing.
• Research materials for compliance with safety regulations; modify formulas as needed.
• Maintain notebooks and communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Support SDS development and maintenance with technical data.
• Provide knowledge of Malco product lines and assist Sales, Marketing, QA, and Operations.
• Participate in Quality Improvement Teams and support continuous improvement.
• Investigate complaints; identify root cause and recommend corrective actions.

Conocimientos

Formulation development

Communication skills

GHS/SDS knowledge

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Office

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related

Herramientas

LIMS

Descripción del empleo

Summary: The R&D Formulation Chemist is responsible for formulating innovative and competitive products for the automotive appearance, detailing, and restoration industry. This role leads new product development from concept through production scale-up, working cross-functionally with Quality, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to exceed customer expectations and respond to requests for new and improved products.

Responsibilities:

Specific duties are intended to describe activities that support the summary above. The list is not all inclusive – other duties may be required to cover the breadth and depth of the position.

• Develop and perform all formulation requirements including new and innovative product research, raw material research and sourcing, formulation development, product efficacy studies, lab-scale production, stability studies, manufacturing protocol development, specification creation, and production scale-up activities.
• Work directly with Quality to develop product specifications and test methods; ensure formulations meet all internal quality standards prior to release.
• Work directly with contract customers to develop new products and oversee successful production scale-up, ensuring customer requirements are met at every stage.
• Evaluate new and alternative raw materials for functionality, stability, regulatory compliance, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Identify and investigate product improvement possibilities in conjunction with Sales and Marketing efforts; translate market needs into viable formulation concepts.
• Research current and proposed raw materials with respect to state, national, and international safety and health regulations; identify and address areas where formulas may require modification for compliance.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and associated project files; communicate project status, findings, and recommendations to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Provide data and technical recommendations to support GHS Safety Data Sheet (SDS) development and maintenance.
• Develop a working knowledge of all Malco product lines and provide technical assistance to Sales, Marketing, Quality Control, and other departments as needed.
• Participate on cross-functional Quality Improvement Teams (QIT) and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform complaint investigations; analyze reported product issues, identify root cause, and recommend corrective actions.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related science discipline required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience / Requirements:

• 7+ years of new product formulation experience, preferably in consumer products and/or the automotive detailing industry including compounds, polishes, waxes, tire dressings, and car wash products
• Demonstrated experience with stability studies, efficacy testing, and production scale-up in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with GHS/SDS requirements and chemical safety and health regulations at state, national, and international levels
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly present technical findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred; ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with laboratory information management systems a plus