Analytical Chemist – Dermocosmetics Lab (HPLC/ICP-OES)

L'Oréal; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Pension

Flexible time off

Volunteer time

VIP internal shop access

Monthly mobile allowance

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

L’Oréal Franklin Manufacturing – LDB seeks an Analytical Chemist to support manufacturing by performing analytical testing (preservatives and actives) in a fast-paced environment. You will analyze data and decide on disposition per specs and guidelines.

You will conduct tests per L’Oréal specs, ensure traceability, calibrate and validate reagents/equipment, lead investigations for out-of-spec results, and may participate in method transfers and vendor management, while collaborating across

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry or relevant science background.
• 0-3 years' experience with HPLC / ICP-OES.
• Sense of urgency in daily work and towards resolving issues.
• Conscientious, positive in attitude, self-motivated, reliable, and responsible.
• Good laboratory skills with demonstrated record of excellence in quantitative analysis.
• Ability to make decisions independently and assess when escalation is appropriate.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Excels at interpersonal communication and able to form effective relationships across departments.
• Experienced with Root Cause Analysis and ability to troubleshoot out-of-specification results.
• Ability to work independently and possesses leadership qualities.
• Knowledge of standard computer systems such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience using SAP desired.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes all required tests on relevant samples in accordance with L’Oréal specifications and test methods.
• Ensures relevant traceability paperwork is available and correct (ex. Lab notebooks, Certificate of Analysis, result reporting).
• Carries out relevant preparation, calibration, and validation on reagents and/or equipment where appropriate.
• Leads investigations related to out-of-specification results and communicates decisions to Laboratory Managers.
• Releases on appropriate Factory stock management system; may be involved in method transfer analysis.
• Manages vendors for laboratory equipment in accordance with safety and quality guidelines.

Skills

HPLC

ICP-OES

Decision making

Independent work

Analytical skills

MS Office

SAP

Education

BS degree in Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

L’Oréal Franklin Manufacturing – LDB seeks an Analytical Chemist to support manufacturing by performing analytical testing (preservatives and actives) in a fast-paced environment. You will analyze data and decide on disposition per specs and guidelines.

You will conduct tests per L’Oréal specs, ensure traceability, calibrate and validate reagents/equipment, lead investigations for out-of-spec results, and may participate in method transfers and vendor management, while collaborating across