Laboratory Technician (entry level)

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaztronix is seeking a Formulation Laboratory Technician to develop and test small-batch formulations for consumer products in our state-of-the-art laboratory. You will work closely with R&D, QA, and Manufacturing to ensure product quality and efficacy.

The role requires a scientific degree and hands-on experience with pH and viscosity testing, with a focus on meticulous documentation and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field with hands-on pH and viscosity testing experience.
• Experience in personal care or consumer product formulation is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for team work.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Formulate small batches of consumer products including personal care items, household products, and cosmetics.
• Conduct testing of formulated batches for viscosity, pH, stability under various conditions, and overall performance.
• Collaborate with Research & Development, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth product development.
• Maintain detailed records of formulations, testing procedures, and results with strict documentation standards.
• Stay updated on industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory requirements relevant to product formulation.

Skills

pH testing

Viscosity testing

Formulation

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Scientific Discipline

Job description

Description: As a Formulation Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in the development of various consumer products. Working in our state-of-the‑art laboratory facility, you will be responsible for formulating small batches of products and conducting rigorous testing to ensure their quality and efficacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate small batches of various consumer products, including but not limited to personal care items, household products, and cosmetics.
• Conduct comprehensive testing of formulated batches to assess their performance and stability. This includes testing for viscosity, pH levels, stability under various conditions, and overall product performance evaluation.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including Research & Development, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing, to ensure seamless product development processes.
• Maintain detailed records of formulations, testing procedures, and results, adhering to strict documentation standards.
• Stay updated on industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory requirements relevant to product formulation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Scientific Discipline, such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in academic or industrial settings with pH and viscosity testing techniques.
• Previous experience in personal care or consumer product formulation is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and problem‑solve independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, prioritizing multiple tasks effectively

Kaztronix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. In addition, all human resource actions in such areas as compensation, employee benefits, transfers, layoffs, training and development are to be administered objectively, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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