Formulation Chemist

Job Description

The Formulation Chemist III will work closely with the laboratory and other department staff, focusing on the development and research of fluorine-free firefighting foams for Class A combustible materials and Class B flammable and combustible liquids. This role involves creating and developing novel formulations for the fire protection industry and collaborating with R&D functions to explore, test concepts, and advance new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development with a primary focus on improving current products.
• Design and execute research that addresses customer needs and supports business objectives.
• Document and report all testing procedures, results, and observations in a laboratory notebook.
• Perform laboratory tests according to established procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing for new product development, including product trials and scale-up.
• Provide technical support for customer-focused projects and assist in resolving product quality issues.
• Effectively communicate technical information with other departments and teams within the organization.
• Provide documentation through written reports.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) standards.

• Proficiency in Chemistry, Formulation, and Colloid Science.
• Expertise in surfactant-based product formulations.
• Experience in research and development within a laboratory setting.

• A degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with an advanced degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of formulation experience.
• Over 5 years of experience with surfactant-based formulations in firefighting foams, cleaning, agricultural, pharmaceutical, personal care, or related industries.
• Knowledge and experience in colloid suspension sciences.

The work environment consists of a laboratory and R&D setting, alongside an office environment. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with flexibility to start earlier if desired. The lab is fast-paced, developing around 1,000 formulations per year as a team.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Green Bay,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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