Role & responsibilities
Test and approve raw materials (quartz, grain powder, resin, TiO, pigments, additives) and suggest corrective treatment or blending for borderline lots
Develop and optimise formulations for cost, strength, surface finish and shade accuracy, with complete formula documentation
Prepare lab samples matching master references and validate them before production approval
Correlate lab parameters with production (press settings, mixing time, resin flow, curing) and support trial runs
Coordinate with CNC and production teams to ensure designs are machinable, with stable edges
Control shade and batch-to-batch consistency, set tolerance standards and reduce colour-related rejections
Develop recent quartz designs based on international brands, natural marble trends and market research
Analyse defects (pinholes, resin marks, shade variation, low yield) and take proactive corrective action with QA and production





Preferred candidate profile
B.Sc / M.Sc in Chemistry, or Diploma/Degree in Ceramic, Polymer or Chemical Engineering (M.Sc Chemistry preferred)
6 to 10 years in product and formulation development and lab work in the building materials industry
Experience in engineered quartz, artificial stone or composite surfaces preferred
Robust knowledge of the quartz manufacturing process, press parameters and curing systems
Understanding of raw material chemistry (resins, pigments, fillers), CNC machining and slab finishing
Formulation costing, shade matching and colour science basics
Working knowledge of ERP and Excel/Google Sheets
Solid analytical, troubleshooting, documentation and cross-functional coordination skills, with team leadership ability

📌 Head Product & Formulation Development R&d & Lab Udaipur
🏢 Esprit Stones
📍 Udaipur