Category: SALES
Work Location: ORAPI APPLIED (S) PTE LTD
Posted Date: 6/8/2025
The ORAPI Group headquartered in Lyon, France, listed on the NYSE Euronext in Paris, a leader in the field of specialty chemicals for Professional Hygiene and Industrial Maintenance. The Group has representation in 100 countries worldwide. Its regional Asia office in Singapore is now inviting ambitious and energetic individuals to join its team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a skilled and motivated R&D Formulation Chemist to join our innovation team focused on developing and optimizing high-performance chemical formulation for professional hygiene & MRO products. This role involves formulating new products, improving existing formulations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting production scale-up.

QUALIFICATION:

• Degree in Chemistry or related scientific field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant formulation experience in hygiene and/or MRO product formulations.
• Solid understanding of surfactants, solvents, builders, chelating agents, preservatives, corrosion inhibitors and active disinfectant ingredients.
• Familiarity with formulation challenges in different environments (acidic, alkaline, hard water, etc.).
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety compliance requirements (e.g., SDS preparation, chemical labelling, VOC limits, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Experience in pilot-scale production and plant trials.
• Preferably with relevant formulation experience in hygiene and/or MRO products.
• Preferably with experience working with green/biodegradable chemistry or eco-labeling systems (e.g., EU Ecolabel, Green Seal).

• Develop, optimize, and scale up formulations for professional hygiene & MRO products (e.g., degreasers, disinfectants, detergents, sanitizers, rinse aids, descalers, etc.).
• Evaluate formulations performance & stability under varying environmental and storage conditions.
• Research and evaluate raw materials based on performance, cost, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance for potential new ingredients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA/QC, production, marketing, regulatory affairs) to ensure smooth transition of formulations from lab to production.
• Maintain comprehensive formulation documentation, including lab records, product specifications, and change control.
• Collaborate with regulatory, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure compliance with local and international standards (e.g., EPA, REACH, GHS, FDA where applicable).
• Troubleshoot product issues and perform root cause analysis for product improvement or customer complaints.
• Support customer-specific customisation and application trials when required.
• Stay current on industry trends, new technologies, and regulations relevant to hygiene and MRO products.