Cosmetic Formulation Technician in Baton Rouge

Kelly Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Cosmetic Formulation Technician in Baton Rouge to support the development of personal care products for private‑label clients. The role emphasizes hands‑on lab work, data interpretation, and documenting results.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience) and will thrive in a collaborative, detail‑oriented team environment with independent work capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, a related scientific field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in cosmetic, food, chemical, or personal care formulation preferred.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate experimental results.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, formulas, and established procedures.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing as a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform formulation, testing, reverse formulation, and product development for custom development clients.
• Collaborate with VP of Product Development to develop private‑label products from concept to scaled formulas.
• Accurately measure and handle chemical and cosmetic ingredients.
• Prepare daily laboratory batches according to priorities and specs.
• Prepare documentation for formula submissions, batch specifications, and development activities.
• Conduct and monitor stability testing on R&D batches.
• Maintain detailed records in formulation and project databases.
• Submit requests for new raw material samples and assist with testing and release of materials.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and fine‑tune formulation issues for target performance.
• Convert laboratory formulas to larger batch manufacturing.

Skills

Chemistry

Cosmetic formulation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Batch processing

Education

BS in Chemistry/Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Cosmetic Formulation Technician

Location: Baton Rouge LA

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp to Hire

Schedule: Monday – Friday day shift

Compensation: $19 per hour

Position Overview

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking candidates for a Formulation Technician position to join the product development team at a cosmetic manufacturer in Baton Rouge. The overall responsibility of the role is to support the formulation, testing, and development of innovative personal care products for custom and private-label clients.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, a related scientific field, or equivalent experience . This position is well suited for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys hands‑on laboratory work, problem‑solving, and product development.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player who can interpret experimental results, maintain accurate documentation, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform formulation, testing, reverse formulation, and product development activities for a variety of custom development clients.
• Work closely with the VP of Product Development to develop innovative private‑label products from initial concept through approved, scaled‑up formulas.
• Accurately measure and handle chemical and cosmetic ingredients.
• Prepare daily laboratory batches according to assigned priorities and specifications.
• Prepare documentation for formula submissions, batch specifications, and product development activities.
• Conduct and monitor stability testing on R&D batches.
• Maintain detailed and organized records within formulation and project management databases.
• Submit requests for new raw material samples and assist with testing and release of approved materials.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and fine‑tune formulation issues to achieve desired product performance and specifications.
• Perform calculations and assessments required to convert laboratory‑scale formulas to larger‑scale manufacturing batches.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, a related scientific field, or equivalent experience .
• Previous experience or educational background in cosmetic, food, chemical, or personal care formulation is preferred.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate experimental results.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, formulas, and established procedures.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately document critical batch processes and maintain thorough laboratory records.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform formulation and scale‑up calculations.
• Ability to troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues.
• Highly organized, neat, dependable, and detail‑oriented approach to laboratory work.

Benefits and Perks

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affорative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.