At NUTEM, we strive to make sure that all our customers, big and small, can have a product produced that is of the highest quality and meets their everyday need. NUTEM is a best-in-class manufacturer of home care and personal care products. we constantly strive to not only offer the best manufacturing solution, but also, to ensure we reduce our impact on the Earth.

Overview

Reporting to the R&D; Director, the R&D; Technician is responsible for assisting a researcher or research team with product development projects and provide support for researchers/research associates on developmental product assignments.

The R&D; Technician performs hands-on formulation and bench work at various scales, including weighing, measuring, mixing, and analytical testing (pH, viscosity, specific gravity), as well as color and olfactive evaluations. The role also involves conducting performance testing in accordance with ASTM standards and SOPs while efficiently managing multiple batches per day with accuracy, consistency, and adherence to laboratory procedures.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist on lab batch preparation for new / existing formulations and ensure maintaining record and document experimental data

· Prepare samples to send for external analysis by third party labs or potential customers

· Assist in Microbial testing and FTIR analysis for raw materials

· Conduct product appraisal and evaluation tests and maintain accurate reports

· Perform analysis and stability testing for the new / alternative raw materials for the current and new formulations

· Assist in the development of test methods and calibration records

· Ensure maintaining consumable stocks and accurate materials list

· Assist in the revision and development of SOP’s,



test methods and specifications

· Maintain GLP practices in the laboratory

Adhere to health and safety procedures

Requirements

· Diploma or bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Cosmetic Science, or a related scientific discipline.

· Preferred a minimum of 1 year of experience in R&D; field

· Ability to work with minimal supervision.

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Robust communication skills

· Teamwork attitude

· Creative, innovative, and curious about the experiments

· Organized and motivated

· Adaptability/Flexibility within different experiments

· Good laboratory hands skills

· Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for recording and analyzing test results.

Additional Skills, good to have:

· Basic understanding of formulation principles, raw materials, concentrations, and scaling formulas from laboratory to larger batch sizes. (In home and personal care applications is preferred)

· Experience scaling formulations from bench scale to pilot or production scale.

· Experience working with a variety of raw materials and chemical ingredients

What We Offer:

· Fast-growing environment, dynamic company with room for advancement.

· Incentive Bonus Plan & Company shared benefits (100% Premium paid by the company)

· Three Weeks Vacations & Competitive Salary

NUTEM, is an equal opportunity employer who recognizes and values a diverse workforce. NUTEM offers Values ​​that promote respect, listening, integrity, creativity, and innovation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 R&D Technician (Burlington)
🏢 Nutem Custom Manufacturing
📍 Burlington