Chemist

Qualifications•Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry and/or equivalence in science related field•Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in color cosmetics formulation or,•Combination of experience and relevant education•Employee management skills•Business and functional expertise•Strategic thinking•High performer under pressure•Proven problem solving and analytical skills•Demonstrate creativity, flexibility, and use of innovative approaches•Ability to interact with internal and external groups•Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)•Ability to prioritize•Able to work in a fast-paced environment•Project management skills•Leadership skills•Positive & Communicative•Questioning & Challenging•Accountable & Transparent•Team Oriented•“Can do” problem solving attitude•Process Focused•Results oriented•Quality focused•Lack of blame attitudeResponsibilities•To coordinate and manage “day-to-day” formulation lab activities in support of the business needs•Develop and replicate personal care formulation by due dates•Manage and coordinate day to day lab regulatory requirements for product development•Research & formulation development of skincare, body care, Hair care and OTC products•Ensure effective communication coordination and communication with Pilot and Quality•Comply with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)•Ensure that customers’ expectations are met/exceeded•Manage “day-to-day” projects, based on product briefs and development requests•Assess project feasibility and assign work to lab technicians/chemist based on the degree of complexity and skills required•Keep time schedule for submissions to marketing, formula evaluation, pilot schedule, stability, safety testing, etc•Ensure all samples required per project are provided to customer•Negotiate timing and project related aspects with other teams including formulations and project management•Keep a clean record of formulation in lab notebook•Complete COAs (Certificate of Analysis) for new formulas•Provide Formulas on time•Assist Pilot with new formulations•Work closely with Quality Control•Assist in maintaining the introduction of new raw material to a minimum•Responsible for successful R&D contributions•Communicate to direct supervisor any issue related to project feasibility•Interface with contractors and suppliers•Ensure effective coordination and communication with Marketing and Sales Department•Interact with Process Engineers, Production, Purchasing and Quality Control Department•Assist Marketing/Sales with technical expertise and make joint visits as needed to meet existing or new customers•Maintain laboratory safety standards•Perform routine analytical and physical tests•Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)•Schedule adherence•PDR moved on time•Value saved: Bulk and raw material cost saving