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Development Chemist

  • Be at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable cleaning products.
  • Drive product excellence from lab to market!
  • Join a dynamic company expanding its reach globally.

About the Company:
Our client is a leading manufacturer of innovative cleaning solutions with a global reach spanning Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific, Japan, and Scandinavia. Based in Matamata, they are committed to making cleaning easy and effective for households and professionals alike, with a strong focus on quality, sustainability and customer satisfaction. 

About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and innovative Product Development Chemist to join our growing team. You will play a key role in developing and formulating new cleaning products for both indoor and outdoor applications within the homecare market. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your scientific expertise in a dynamic and commercially focused environment.

As a Development Chemist, you’ll drive the development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence. In this sole-charge role, your 40-hour week will consist of overseeing QA/QC testing and reporting on our large-scale cleaning product batches. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop innovative cleaning product formulations.
  • Conduct QA/QC testing and ensure product quality.
  • Scale-up lab formulations to commercial production.
  • Source and evaluate new ingredients.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of all processes.
  • Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills & Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related field.
  • Product development experience in homecare or cleaning products industry.
  • Strong understanding of cleaning chemistry.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for career growth and innovation.
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance.
  • Performance-based Bonus Structure.
  • Birthday Leave.
  • Mental Health Leave.
  • Salary: $75k-$90k

How to apply
  
Click APPLY or contact Gary Scott on 09 200 3124 for a confidential discussion. 
  
To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen or resident or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and, therefore, hold a valid visa.
  
Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays. We love connecting talented people with great work opportunities in workplaces where you can thrive and make a meaningful difference. 

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