Join us as a Development Chemist and lead the innovation of next-gen cleaning products, making homes shine worldwide!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-$90kHow 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr