R&d Lab Technician
Actalent • Kenosha, WI • Posted June 15, 2026
About the Role
Job Title: Applications Specialist
Job Description
The Applications Specialist supports research and development activities by performing laboratory testing, small-scale batching, and formulation work for agricultural, lawn, turf care, and related products. This role collaborates closely with a Formulations Chemist to develop, refine, and evaluate new and existing formulations, while also providing backup support for research and quality control testing of raw materials and finished products. The position focuses on designing, conducting, and documenting product performance experiments that support analytical assessments for sales and marketing teams.
Responsibilities
+ Perform laboratory tests on current formulas, new formulas, and competitor products to evaluate performance and quality.
+ Carry out formulation and synthesis processes for new products and re-formulated products, including small-scale batching and junior-level formulation work.
+ Us...
Job Description
The Applications Specialist supports research and development activities by performing laboratory testing, small-scale batching, and formulation work for agricultural, lawn, turf care, and related products. This role collaborates closely with a Formulations Chemist to develop, refine, and evaluate new and existing formulations, while also providing backup support for research and quality control testing of raw materials and finished products. The position focuses on designing, conducting, and documenting product performance experiments that support analytical assessments for sales and marketing teams.
Responsibilities
+ Perform laboratory tests on current formulas, new formulas, and competitor products to evaluate performance and quality.
+ Carry out formulation and synthesis processes for new products and re-formulated products, including small-scale batching and junior-level formulation work.
+ Us...