Formulation Chemist

The primary responsibility of the Formulation Chemist is to compare and evaluate chemical/physical properties and performance characteristics of old and new coatings, metalworking fluids, rust preventatives, and cleaner/degreasers and to formulate new products as assigned.

What You’ll Do
First priority is to assure that QC tests are completed on time and production batches meet company and customer standards
Assure that all field samples are tested, and reports completed within 4-5 working days
Complete lab testing as required including assisting with QC, technical service, and other projects as assigned by the Technical Director
Maintain and update lab files/records including R&D Technical Reports and customer Technical Service Reports for routine samples and Lab work requests. RM & FG SDS and QC test data is recorded in QC log and in the QC shared file after packaging when batch ticket is returned to the lab.
Stock and maintain lab equipment, reagents, glassware, pH buffers, titration solutions and other lab supplies and keep glassware and laboratory bench clean and organized.
Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; informing supervisor if repairs are needed.
Prepare samples of R&D formulas and conduct tests to help develop, improve and customize products to meet customer requirements and record test data to determine QC specifications
Compile and organize reports to track new product development work, competitive sample analyses, field sample reports, CofA’s and related documents
Collect, label, organize and store all lab samples including raw materials, batch retain samples, competitive product samples and samples of experimental raw materials. Monthly inspect batch retain samples and report any concentrate stability problems

Who You’ll Be Working With
Reporting to Technical Director
Lab Technicians
Personnel across departments

Requirements
Prior experience in formulating metalworking fluids

Benefits
401(k) + Company Match
Performance reviews annually
Advancement Opportunities
9 Company Paid Holidays
Vision & Dental Benefits
Medical Benefits

Our Values
Considerate – We treat others the way we want to be treated!
Customer Needs – We are business to take care of our customers.
Continuous Improvement – We are motivated by the challenge of getting better every day personally & professionally
Cash Flow – We generate cash flow that supports our independence and growth.
Community – We support the communities where we live and work.
Common Sense – We use our intuition and past experience to make the right decision. Safety First

Ashburn Chemical Technologies was established in Houston, Texas in 1968 as a regional manufacturer of metalworking fluids and lubricants. Since that time, Ashburn has established itself as a manufacturer of an extensive line of metalworking fluids and maintenance chemicals with a focus on products used to cut, clean and protect metal.