Research & Formulation Chemist

Research & Formulation Chemist About Us About Us People & Culture About Us Discover who we are and what drives us. Our History From aerosol pioneer to trusted manufacturer. Leadership Meet the team behind Chem-Pak’s vision. Careers & Internships Build your future with our growing team. Resources Our Facilities News & Insights Contact Our Story Partner With Us Partner With Us Ways to Partner The Chem-Pak LaunchPath From discovery to commercialization. I Need Formula or Packaging Support Developed for performance and scale. I Have a Formula & Packaging Manufactured to your specification. Private Label Programs Shelf-ready products - ready for your label. Capabilities Capabilities Capabilities Explore Our Capabilities We build your products, you build your brand. 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Fingerease® The trusted guitar string lubricant used by musicians worldwide Gun Sav’r® Specialized firearm care and maintenance solutions Contact Contact Talk To Us Talk To Us Back to Careers Research & Formulation Chemist Hands-on R&D chemist to develop and improve aerosol and liquid formulations, taking products from the lab to full-scale manufacturing. Martinsburg, WV Full-Time Apply now Apply now At Chem-Pak, you won't spend your days working on research that sits on a shelf. You'll formulate products that move from the lab to full-scale manufacturing, collaborating with production, quality, and customers to solve real-world challenges. From aerosol products to specialty liquid formulations, every project brings a new opportunity to innovate. We're a third-generation, family-owned contract manufacturer with 60 years of experience producing products for some of the world's most recognized brands. As we continue investing in new technologies, expanding our manufacturing capabilities, and developing proprietary product lines, we're looking for a curious, hands-on chemist who enjoys solving problems and bringing ideas to life. What You'll Do As a Research & Formulation Chemist, you'll help develop new products while improving existing formulations for performance, manufacturability, cost, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Your work will include: Developing and evaluating new aerosol and liquid formulations Researching new raw materials, technologies, and chemistries Designing and executing laboratory testing, stability studies, and performance evaluations Analyzing data and preparing technical reports and recommendations Supporting pilot batches and production scale-ups Working closely with Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to transition formulations from the lab to manufacturing Assisting with customer projects, technical investigations, and product improvements Maintaining detailed laboratory documentation and ensuring safe laboratory practices What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who enjoys asking "What if?" and isn't afraid to experiment. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field 2-5 years of formulation, product development, or applied R&D experience Experience with aerosol products, coatings, adhesives, household chemicals, or similar products is preferred Strong laboratory skills and familiarity with analytical testing methods Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities Strong organizational and technical writing skills Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with LIMS or laboratory documentation systems is a plus Why Chem-Pak? At Chem-Pak, you'll have the opportunity to: Work on products that go from concept to commercial production Collaborate directly with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams Gain experience across a wide variety of industries and product types Help shape new technologies and proprietary product lines Be part of a growing company where your ideas can make a real impact Join a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement Working Conditions Full-time, onsite position in Martinsburg, West Virginia Monday-Friday schedule Combination of laboratory and manufacturing environments Frequent standing, walking, and hands-on laboratory work Salary $55,000-75,000 per year, depending on experience If you're excited by solving formulation challenges, seeing your work become real products, and growing your career in an innovative manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help create what's next at Chem-Pak. Sound like you? 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