Formulation TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Formulation Technician prepares, tests, and optimizes chemical solutions and formulations in a laboratory environment. This role focuses on developing new and improved chemical products, ensuring they meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards, while supporting scale-up from lab development to pilot and full production. The technician works closely with chemists, engineers, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, document results, and maintain a clean, safe, and compliant workspace.Responsibilities
- Prepare chemical solutions and formulations following standardized procedures and experimental protocols.
- Conduct synthesis and blending of raw materials to develop new or enhanced chemical products.
- Operate laboratory equipment such as mixers, reactors, pH meters, and viscometers to support formulation activities.
- Perform stability, purity, and potency testing on formulations to verify performance and quality.
- Record detailed experimental data and observations in lab notebooks and digital systems with high accuracy.
- Assist in scaling formulations from laboratory development to pilot-scale and full production processes.
- Troubleshoot formulation issues by analyzing results and adjusting component ratios or process parameters as needed.
- Ensure all formulations comply with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including cGMP and OSHA guidelines.
- Collaborate effectively with chemists, engineers, and quality control teams to support project goals and timelines.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Essential Skills
- 13 years of experience in chemical formulation or synthesis.
- Strong understanding of chemical interactions, solubility, and stability in solution and formulation systems.
- Hands-on experience preparing chemical solutions and conducting formulation work.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment such as mixers, reactors, pH meters, and viscometers.
- Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC and spectroscopy.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards including GMP, GLP, and SDS handling.
- Excellent documentation skills with the ability to record detailed and accurate data in lab notebooks and digital systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve formulation and process issues.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to cross-functional teams.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Experience conducting stability, purity, and potency testing on chemical formulations.
- Understanding of cGMP and OSHA requirements in a laboratory or production setting.
- Experience assisting with scale-up activities from lab formulations to pilot or full production.
- Background in safe chemical handling and hazardous materials management.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with chemists, engineers, and quality control professionals.
Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a laboratory setting that supports both research and development as well as scale-up activities. The Formulation Technician works with a variety of chemical materials and operates equipment such as mixers, reactors, pH meters, viscometers, and analytical instruments including HPLC and spectroscopy systems. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards such as GMP, GLP, SDS handling, and OSHA guidelines. Work involves careful documentation, attention to detail, and consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment. The lab is maintained as a clean, organized, and safe space, with established protocols for the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Hours typically follow a standard laboratory schedule, with collaboration across chemistry, engineering, and quality teams to support ongoing projects and production needs. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.00 - $34.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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