Formulation Chemist

Essential Functions: Manage new hard surface cleaner product formulations development projects or formula modifications projects aligning with specified customer and/or company objectives. Provide technical guidance and problem solving in support of growth objectives for new and existing hard surface cleaner product line. Develop and execute test protocols and/or standard test methods related to the development of I&I hard surface cleaner formulations. Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements (FIFRA) as well as other hard surface cleaner product certification programs (NSF, Kosher, etc).Familiar with the various environmental/sustainable programs and initiative (Safer Choice, GreenSeal, Ecologo).Provide technical support in the field and/or at customer locations as needed. Provide scientifically sound written and verbal communication to the customer, sales/marketing staff and R&D management on project updates and other technical issues. Stay current on industry trends and customer needs to anticipate new product applications and formulations. Develop and present technical presentations to internal (Santec Products) and external (customers, industry) audiences. Maintain complete and up to date technical information in Laboratory notebook Develop technical training material for distribution to field sales organization as needed. Operate within specified company safety guidelines. This includes wearing safety glasses at all times, following safe operating procedures and maintaining a clean work environment.