Chemist

We are seeking a skilled Chemist to perform chemical formulation of products, oversee and manage multiple projects from development to production, and collaborate with production teams to scale up developed formulas. The role involves performing necessary lab work to develop new formulas, maintaining quality control measures, and conducting general lab bench work, including maintaining the laboratory. You will be responsible for researching new technologies and scientific literature to stay updated with industry trends and methodologies. Additionally, you will work closely with vendors and suppliers to review and approve materials for laboratory use and collaborate with third-party laboratories as needed. Assisting in the training of new laboratory personnel is also part of this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical formulation of products.
• Oversee and manage multiple projects from development to production.
• Collaborate with production teams to scale up developed formulas.
• Conduct necessary lab work for formula development and quality control.
• Research new technologies and scientific literature.
• Review and approve materials used in laboratory work.
• Work with third-party laboratories as needed.
• Assist in training new laboratory personnel.

• Strong background in chemistry.
• Experience in wet chemistry, research and development, formulation, and chemical synthesis.
• Proficiency in laboratory and analytical chemistry.

• Experience with barrier coatings, emulsions, dispersions, suspensions, and polymers.
• Knowledge of urethanes, R&D chemistry, chemical development, paper, and pulp industries.
• Ability to work well with others, maintain an open mind, and possess a strong work ethic.

This is a chemical lab-based role where you will spend 70-75% of your time in the lab, 20-25% in meetings and office work, and 5-10% on housekeeping tasks and remedial lab work. The position is a first shift role from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with potential for extended hours as needed. The work environment promotes creativity and initiative, allowing you to manage projects and develop new products for emerging industry challenges. The company offers amazing benefits, including low-cost medical coverage, and is focused on growth and emerging technologies, such as renewable biodegradable products and bio-based formulas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Amazing benefits. Their medical coverage is extremely low and one of the lowest costs with the most coverage out of any company we work with. It's $13.25 per month for medical benefits ($159 per year - worth $10,000 to $20,000 per year of benefits that the company pays).

They have dental, vision, and 401k match as well.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elkhorn,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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