Formulation Technician

Position overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimize resin formulations according to defined recipes, test plans, and experimental requirements.  
• Support laboratory experiments and perform physical, mechanical, thermal, rheological, and chemical testing of resin systems.  
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and analytical equipment while preparing samples and test specimens.  
• Record, analyse, and report experimental data, test results, and formulation performance to support product development.  
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards, proper chemical handling, and support scale-up and validation activities from lab to production.

Required skills and experience

• Hands-on experience in chemical laboratories, formulation development, and materials testing, preferably with resins, polymers, adhesives, coatings, or composite materials.  
• Strong knowledge of resin characterization, laboratory test methods, analytical techniques, and operation of laboratory equipment and instruments.  
• Proven ability to accurately prepare formulations, execute experimental procedures, and maintain high standards of data quality and documentation.  
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.  
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to laboratory safety and chemical handling practices, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and laboratory data management systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, vocational qualification, or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Technology or a related field. 
• Minimum 2-5 years of relevant laboratory experience in chemical formulation, resin development, materials testing, or a related technical environment. 
• Knowledge of chemical safety regulations,