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Join a specialist chemicals innovator at a leading facility in Lancashire
Work on developing and enhancing high-performance chemical formulations that support customers worldwide. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to shape product innovation in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment while working alongside an expert technical team.
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The role
As a Formulation Chemist, you will be responsible for developing, testing, and improving chemical formulations to meet customer and business needs. You will play a key role in driving innovation, enhancing product performance, and ensuring solutions are both reliable and cost-effective.
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Your focus will include:
- Designing, developing, and testing new chemical formulations
- Researching raw materials and monitoring industry trends
- Improving the performance and efficiency of existing products
- Conducting competitor product analysis to identify opportunities for innovation
- Coordinating with production, regulatory, and commercial teams to support smooth product launch
- Managing multiple projects, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines and standards
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What you bring
- Degree or higher in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (essential)
- Strong background in formulation (academic or industrial)
- Fresh graduates and experienced candidates will be considered
- Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
- Clear, confident communication and the ability to collaborate across teams
- Organisational skills to manage several projects simultaneously
- Experience in pulp or paper formulation (advantageous but not essential)
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Why apply?
- Salary £26,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
- 27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Annual company bonus
- Free staff lunches
- Onsite parking
- Opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment
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If you’re ready to apply your formulation expertise to innovative projects and develop your career in a global-facing chemicals business, we’d love to hear from you.
