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Formulation Chemist Location: Cheshire, UKJob Type: Full-time, 4-Day Week (Monday to Thursday, 7am - 5pm)Salary: £30k - £40k p/annum, dependent on experienceSector: Personal Care, Home Fragrance & Pet Products Join a well-established and innovative manufacturer in the personal care, pet care, and home fragrance sector. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Formulation Chemist to develop high-quality formulations across a diverse product range, ensuring creativity, sustainability, and compliance. Day-to-day of the role: Develop and formulate a wide range of products including shampoos, shower gels, creams, lotions, body sprays, fragrances, pet grooming products, and home fragrance items like reed diffusers and room sprays.Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing to ensure product quality and efficacy.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, production, and regulatory to align product development with business goals.Source and evaluate new raw materials and fragrance components, ensuring they meet quality standards and sustainability goals.Maintain accurate formulation records and technical documentation to support product registration and compliance.Ensure all products comply with UK/EU cosmetic regulations and safety standards.Support the scale-up and production trials to facilitate smooth transitions from lab to production.Stay updated with industry trends, new ingredients, and technological innovations to enhance product offerings and processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or a related field.Proven experience in formulation within the personal care or fragrance manufacturing industry.