Description
We are seeking a Formulation Specialist to join our team. As a Formulation Specialist, you will serve as a key expert in polymers, composites, resins, and coatings.
Product Development & Formulation
- Develop new solutions at lab scale and pilot scale, ensuring formulations are feasible for manufacturing integration.
- Translate customer insights and AOEM R&D requirements into robust product specifications.
- Conduct formulation optimization, stability studies, application testing, and validation.
Customer Interface & Commercialization
- Work closely with AOEM R&D and Customer Marketing teams to identify customer needs and define development priorities.
- Conduct concept testing and gather customer feedback to refine formulations.
- Lead technical trials with customers and secure initial approvals for new products.
Analytical Testing & Validation
- Perform analytical characterization to validate product differentiation.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and experimental summaries.
Manufacturing Support
- Partner with Manufacturing and Process Engineering during scale-up to ensure smooth transition into production.
- Troubleshoot formulation issues and provide on-floor technical guidance when required.
Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Proactively initiate Gross Margin Improvement (COGS) programs.
- Optimize existing products for improved cost, performance, and processing efficiency.
Innovation & Collaboration
- Drive material and formulation innovation in alignment with market needs and emerging technologies.
- Work with cross-functional teams including Quality, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Application Engineering.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate lab records, development logs, test data, and technical documents.
- Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, safety norms, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- M.Tech in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Science or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in formulation development, product commercialization, or materials engineering.
- Proven experience in commercializing material-science-based products (polymers, coatings, adhesives, resins, composites).
- Strong understanding of polymer chemistry, resin systems, coating technologies, and material-property relationships.