Formulation Chemist

Formulation Chemist Euclid, OH Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Research design OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Developing new product formulations Product roadmapping Procedural guides Chemist experience (6-10 years) Technical documentation ISO standards Labeling Supply chain Working as a chemist Laboratory experiments Environmental compliance Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Hazard Communication Standard Formulation chemistry Laboratory equipment calibration DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Material testing Bachelor's degree Laboratory compliance Laboratory quality control Laboratory techniques Experimental design Quality standards in production Environmental regulatory compliance Manufacturing Root cause analysis Supplier selection Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Research & development Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration New product launch experience

Full Job Description General Description:

We're seeking a hands-on, Formulating Chemist to lead development and R D for our resinous flooring systems (epoxy, polyurethane, polyaspartic, MMA, novolac, urethane cement). This role bridges product development, application, troubleshooting, quality, and execution through commercialization of current products and new chemistries. This role takes the lead in creating an innovation track that focuses on ensuring customers achieve exceptional installation outcomes and our products perform to specification across diverse environments (industrial, commercial, healthcare, food & beverage, and aerospace etc.).

Essential Job Functions:

Formulation & R D Formulate, optimize, and scale resin systems (epoxy, polyaspartic, polyurethane, MMA, urethane cement) across primers, self-levelers, slurry, broadcast, quartz/flake, topcoats, ESD, antimicrobial, and chemical resistant systems. Design experiments (DOE) to balance performance: viscosity, working time, cure kinetics, hardness (Shore D), abrasion (Taber), tensile/compressive strength, impact (ASTM D2794), chemical resistance (ASTM D1308), UV/yellowing resistance, slip resistance (ANSI A326.3). Select raw materials (resins, curing agents, reactive diluents, flexibilizers, pigments, fillers, aggregates, defoamers, flow/leveling aids, adhesion promoters) and qualify vendors. Perform lab QC and release testing; develop test methods and acceptance criteria (specs/COAs). Scale up formulations with manufacturing; write batch instructions and handling/SOPs. Maintain product change controls and versioning; collaborate on new product launches. Quality, Compliance Ensure compliance with VOC and hazardous substance regulations (EPA/TSCA, OSHA HazCom, REACH where applicable; local/state rules). Author and review SDS; support labeling and transport classification (DOT/IMDG/IATA). Drive CAPA for field failures; perform root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. Maintain ISO aligned documentation and calibration schedules for lab equipment. Training, Documentation & Cross Functional Collaboration Partner with Product Management, Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to prioritize roadmap, streamline production, and align inventory with demand on new products and innovations. Support follow-up on root cause analysis through and in conjunction with Technical Service on all products created or developed in the lab. Driving solutions and product improvements through lab and bench development. All other duties as assigned

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person