Development Chemist

Role: Development Chemist
Location: Irvine
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000

As a member of the Technical NPD team, this role is responsible for managing the product formulation & product performance from conception through to product launch in the market.
The role demands proven technical expertise in Aerosol products plus hands-on experience of developing and delivering products to meet NPD time lines in an FMCG environment. The role is also responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the process - from the initial lab work, through the claims support, key sign-off stages and manufacturing scale-up - are delivered on time and on cost.

• Support the existing portfolio of products and develop a portfolio of new formulations that are cost-effective, delivered on time, and compliant with relevant legislation.

• Manage the development process from lab through to plant scale-up - working with Lab, Process, Purchasing, Production, Engineering, QA, and SHE teams.

• Co-ordinate project feasibility assessments and support Product Managers with timely technical input for tenders and quotes.

• Oversee key sign-off stages for artwork, specifications, and stability, ensuring timely and accurate project completion.

• Stay up to date with technological advances in raw materials, lab equipment, and testing methods to maintain a competitive edge.

• Prepare product samples using lab and pilot scale equipment.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including rationalisation of raw materials and packaging.

• Support technical team development to meet evolving business needs.

• Degree in Chemistry

• 3+ years of formulation development experience in aerosols, cosmetics, or personal care products (essential); experience in household products (essential)

• Strong project management and commercial acumen

• Broad formulator experience and regulatory knowledge (desirable)

• Experience working to GMP standards

• Dynamic, flexible, and highly organised

• Problem-solver with initiative and creativity

• Effective team player and capable independent worker

• Excellent time and project management skills

• Resilient and solutions-focused in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

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