R&D Chemist (Personal Care)

KDC/One; City of Port Jervis (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented formulation chemist to join their dynamic R&D team. In this role, you will develop innovative products tailored to client specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your expertise will drive the formulation process from lab to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment where creativity and scientific knowledge converge to shape the future of personal care products. If you're passionate about chemistry and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum two years in personal care industry experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop new formulations based on client specifications and compliance.
• Maintain accurate lab notebooks and electronic databases.
• Collaborate with internal teams for formula transition to production.

Skills

Formulation Development

Regulatory Compliance

Laboratory Techniques

Data Management

Chemical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Vocational Training in Chemistry

Tools

Access

Optiva

PV

Job description

kdc/one Port Jervis, 20 West King Street, Port Jervis, New York, United States of America Req #2880

Monday, March 18, 2024

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Department:

Research & Development (R&D)

Reporting Structure:

R&D Group Leader and R&D Manager

Supervises:

Laboratory Technicians, Technologists (on an as needed basis)

Organizational Relationships:

Communicates with Sales/Marketing, Customers, New Business Development (PMs), Process Engineers & Production Personnel.

Basic Function:

The development and formulation of products as requested from customers aligned with specifications and customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop new formulation submission batches independently in lab for client approvals based on customer brief, compliance requirements, and product specifications adherent to established timelines.
2. Maintain accurate real time entries on lab notebooks to ensure accuracy and completeness and associated electronic databases.
3. Review formulas for accuracy and compliance to briefs, blacklists, regulatory, and any other requirements with Sr. Chemist, Group Leader and/or Manager.
4. Ensure stability and efficacy according to project requirements.
5. Issue product specifications as required and maintain relevant data throughout each product’s development.
6. Identify and understand variations in product, equipment and procedures which may affect results.
7. Verify formula reproducibility before initial production run with lab scale up.
8. Work with Process Engineers to set up procedures for pilot and production scale-up.
9. Maintain working knowledge of all stages of finished goods production and all pertinent documentation.
10. Collaborate and interface with internal partners on formula transition from R&D to production as needed.
11. Work with production personnel, when required, to determine adjustments or corrections to 1st production batches.
12. Code new raw materials and make decisions as to raw material substitutions.
13. Maintain current knowledge of new raw materials and technology via meetings with suppliers & seminars.
14. Work within all R&D systems and processes including but limited to Access, Optiva, PV, etc.
15. Maintain adherence to cGMP’s (current Good Manufacturing Procedures), GLP’s (Good Laboratory Procedures), and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) for the personal care industry.
16. Carry out any additional assignments as directed by R&D Management.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science or higher in Chemistry and/or a combination of vocational training, education and experience that is equivalent to the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and skills.
2. A minimum of two years industry or related experience in the personal care, hair care and skin care.
3. A minimum of three years industry or related experience in a Research and Development Internship, Junior Chemist or Chemist role.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.