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Color Formulation Chemist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Color Engineer

Rialto, CA · On-site

$97K - $126K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or Color Science related fields. Experience * 5+ years' experience in color formulation, matching, or color quality control ...

Color Engineer

Greencastle, IN · On-site

$97K - $126K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or Color Science related fields. Experience * 5+ years' experience in color formulation, matching, or color quality control ...

Color Engineer

Lake Wales, FL · On-site

$97K - $126K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or Color Science related fields. Experience * 5+ years' experience in color formulation, matching, or color quality control ...

Color Engineer

Napa, CA · On-site

$97K - $126K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or Color Science related fields. Experience * 5+ years' experience in color formulation, matching, or color quality control ...

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How much do color formulation chemist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for color formulation chemist in the United States is $87,733.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a color formulation chemist?

Color Formulation Chemists are professionals who develop, test, and optimize colorants, dyes, and pigments for use in products such as paints, plastics, textiles, cosmetics, and inks. They use their knowledge of chemistry and color theory to create formulations that meet specific requirements for color accuracy, stability, and performance. These chemists work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure products meet industry standards and customer expectations. Their role is critical in industries where precise color matching and consistency are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color formulation chemist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Color Formulation Chemist, you need a strong background in chemistry, color theory, and typically a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with spectrophotometers, color matching software, and industry-specific quality control systems is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help ensure precise color development and successful collaboration with production teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating accurate, consistent color formulations that meet both customer specifications and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges color formulation chemists face when developing new color blends for products?

Color Formulation Chemists often encounter challenges like achieving consistent color matches across different batches, especially when working with varying raw material lots or substrates. Meeting strict regulatory and customer specifications for color and performance can also be complex, particularly when formulating for industries such as cosmetics or coatings. Additionally, collaboration with production teams is crucial to ensure that lab-scale formulations can be scaled up successfully to manufacturing processes without compromising color quality or stability.

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Infographic showing various Color Formulation Chemist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,733 per year, or $42.2 per hour.

Formulation & Application Specialist - Cosmetics

Carlstadt, NJ • On-site

Sun Chemical
Chemical Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Sun Chemical rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

Position Summary/Objectives

The Cosmetic Application Specialist will support technical activities for our cosmetic portfolio (pigments, effect pigments, preparations), with a focus on the development and improvement of formulations. This position will closely interact and collaborate with the global technical service and support the marketing & sales team in the Americas.

Essential Job Functions

  • Day-to-day laboratory activities as related to color cosmetic pigments and applications, including:
  • Assisting with the development and claim substantiation of cosmetic pigment products in cosmetic formulation
  • Formulation of all types of cosmetic products, with an emphasis on color cosmetics. Closely follow safety and environmental standards
  • Providing technical support for our customer base
  • Ability to be highly organized, capable of clearly documenting work through technical reports and being comfortable with daily communication internally across multi- functional teams and with customers
  • Organize results into reports or slides to be presented at internal meetings
  • Laboratory maintenance, including equipment calibration and raw material management (order, storage and follow-up)
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Education/ Training/ Certificates/ Licenses

  • BS/BA degree in Chemistry, cosmetic science, or any related technical field
  • 5+ years of laboratory and cosmetic formulation experience, with a focus on color cosmetics
  • A fundamental understanding of general chemistry concerning cosmetic raw ingredients
  • Good problem-solving, decision-making, and organization skills
  • Good communication skills and the ability to positively interact across functional units in a global organization
  • Ability to manage and deliver several project deadlines concurrently and manage work through business enterprise workflow software

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Compensation Range: 90-95K annually

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.


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