Formulation Chemist

Posted on March 18th, 2025

Search East Ayrshire

Type of Job: Permanent

 Brightwork are currently recruiting an exciting opportunity for a Development Chemist to join our client, a renowned maufacturer in their site in Ayrshire on a full time, permanent basis. 

 

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 is 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.

 

Key Responsibilities:

· Support the existing portfolio of products and the development of a portfolio of new formulations and products that are cost effective, delivered on time and are compliant to the applicable regulatory and statutory laws and legislation for the country of use.

· Manage the development process from lab through to scale up and delivery onto the plant for your projects - working with other key operational team members from Lab, Process, Purchasing, Production, Engineering, QA, SHE.

· Co-ordinate the project feasibility assessment process and provide relevant information quickly to Product Managers to enable prompt progression of tenders and quotes to customers.

· Help to oversee projects at key sign-off stages as required for artwork, specifications, stability to ensure tasks are completed as per project timelines and products are launched on time and to customer requirements.

· Continually review technological advances and innovations (Lab equipment, Raw materials, testing techniques) to retain a competitive edge.

· Carry out routine laboratory and pilot scale processes using a range of equipment to prepare product samples as required.

· Take part in continuous improvement initiatives within the company to ensure that there is rationalisation of raw materials and packaging.

· Help to support and develop the technical capabilities and skills required of product development teams to support evolving business needs

 

Experience:

· A Degree in Chemistry or Cosmetic Science 

· Previous working or placement experience in Formulation Development is advantageous 

· Formulatory and regulatory knowledge would be an advantage

· Prior knowledge and experience working to GMP in a similar working environment would be advantageous

 

This is a great opportunity to join our client during an exciting period of growth and expansion. If you are looking for the next step in your career, apply today! 

 

Brightwork is a recruitment agency for those seeking permanent work and a recruitment business for those seeking temporary work