QC & Formulation Assistant

SRG; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent contract manufacturer in West Yorkshire is seeking a QC & Formulation Assistant to oversee quality control and formulation projects. This role involves testing raw materials and finished products to ensure specifications are met, working with industry regulations, and requires at least 2 years of experience in the personal care or skincare sector. A fast-paced manufacturing environment is expected. Join a friendly, supportive family-owned company that values teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years recent experience in QC testing/wet chemistry and formulation within the personal care/skincare industry.
• Willing and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment on the factory floor.
• Experience of working to cosmetic regulations such as EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA, BRC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Develop and implement SOPs and QC procedures.
• Perform lab techniques including pH testing, viscosity, stability testing.
• Conduct microbiological and physical testing on products.
• Collaborate with Production and QA to resolve quality issues.
• Formulate and develop batches to improve new and existing products.

Skills

QC testing

Wet chemistry

Formulation

Strong communication skills

Job description

Title: QC & Formulation Assistant

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £28,000-£30,000

Term: Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:15pm (Mon-Fri), 45-minute lunch break

Srg is working with an independent contract manufacturer of personal care / skincare products, based in West Yorkshire. They are now looking for a quality control & formulation assistant to join the team. You would be responsible for wet chemistry / bench chemistry testing and techniques. Ensure products meet specifications, as well as some small-scale formulation projects. This position would be an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Quality Control or lab-based testing to join a supportive, friendly, family-owned company.

Responsibilities

• QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product to check batches meet specifications
• Development and implementation of SOPs and QC procedures
• Lab techniques include pH testing, viscosity, stability testing and packaging compatibility testing
• Conduct routine microbiological and physical testing on products to ensure batches are compliant against industry regulations
• Work in harmony with Production and QA to achieve production delivery plans and resolve any quality issues
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure R&D, production and packaging compliance and resolve any inconsistencies to ensure batch consistency
• Formulation and development of batches to help improve new and existing batches

Requirements

• 2+ years recent experience in QC testing / wet chemistry and formulation within the personal care / skincare industry
• Willing and able to work stood up in a Fast-paced manufacturing environment on the factory floor
• Experience of working to cosmetic regulations such as EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA, BRC etc.
• Strong communication skills and can relay information accurately
• Full right to work in the UK - there is no sponsorship available for this role

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.