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Formulating Chemist

This job is open to part-time or full-time or independent consultant. The primary function is to develop cosmetic and OTC formulations.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Develop or reverse engineer cosmetic and OTC products
  • Successfully contribute to expanding and improving current formulations
  • Responsible for creating ingredient list and approval forms
  • Responsible for preparing formula cost
  • Manage projects based on product briefs and development requests
  • Help to develop lab technicians with hands on training on formulation and general industry and laboratory standards
  • Keep time schedule for submissions to customers, formula evaluation, pilot schedule, stability, safety testing, etc…
  • Responsible for successful R&D contributions
  • Communicate to direct supervisor any issue related to project feasibility
  • Meet and correspond with suppliers as planned by supervisor
  • Interact with Manufacturing, Production, Purchasing and QA/QC Department if necessary
  • Manufacturing support
  • Maintain laboratory safety standards
  • Perform routine analytical and physical tests
  • Ensure that customers’ expectations are met/exceeded
  • Performs any other duties or tasks that may be required of you by the company
  • Promotes and demonstrates behavior consistent with the company’s core values and policies

Experience:

  • 0-3 years formulating
  • Willing to learn quickly
  • Good management skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Good communication skills

Education:

  • BS in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology, Formulated Science)

To apply, please send resume to:

Kathleen Carney, Founder and CEO
Skin Blends LLC
1260 Guin Road
Nixa MO 65714
417-379-2004
https://skinblends.com/

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