R&D Lab Coordinator (Cosmetics)

Color Street HQ: Innovative Cosmetic Concepts; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Color Street HQ: Innovative Cosmetic Concepts is seeking an R&D Lab Coordinator to support Production, Quality, and R&D teams. The role requires a keen eye for color, precise documentation, and problem solving to keep shade development on track.

You will assist formulation, testing, and evaluation of nail polish strips and related innovations while collaborating with color labs, product development, and marketing for seasonal promotions.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field (or coatings experience).
• Strong ability to evaluate color accurately.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Approve/Reject production speed checks and print design.
• Check daily production schedule to see which SKUs are produced.
• Collaborate with Production Manager on daily speed-check scheduling.
• Coordinate with Color Lab on prepared batches for production.
• Check raw materials inventory for shade formulas scheduled for production.
• Update live shade tracker for ongoing shade development.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Marketing on promotions.
• Generate and maintain production retains and related documentation.
• Follow all SOPs and guidelines.
• Familiarize with Batch Metrics system and use it proficiently.
• Assist in formulation, testing, and evaluation of 100% nail polish strips and related cosmetic innovations.
• Document formulation trials and test results per GLP standards.
• Stay updated on cosmetic formulation trends and international regulations.

Skills

Color matching

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Bilingual Spanish

Education

BS in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Batch Metrics system

Job description

At Color Street and Innovative Cosmetic Concepts, we believe one brilliant idea can change everything. Our revolutionary, patented, real nail polish strips and ever‑expanding line of premium beauty products empower beauty lovers around the globe and inspire our community of Independent Stylists to express themselves in full color!

We are currently seeking an R&D Lab Coordinator to work with Production, Quality, and R&D teams and play a key part in continuing our strong tradition of producing the highest quality color cosmetics. This role requires a strong eye for color matching, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.

Responsibilities

• Approve/Reject Production Speed Check and print design
• Check production schedule daily to determine which SKUs are being produced
• Collaborate with Production Manager about daily scheduling of speed checks
• Collaborate and confirm with Color Lab regarding prepared batches for daily production
• Check inventory of raw materials needed for newly approved shade formulas scheduled for production
• Check and update live shade tracker to keep track of existing shade development projects
• Collaborate with Product Development and Marketing on holiday, monthly, and seasonal promotions
• Generate/retrieve production retains and maintain all documentation accordingly
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines
• Familiarize and become proficient in using Batch Metrics system
• Assist in formulation, testing, and evaluation of 100% nail polish strips and other cosmetic innovations (e.g., gels, coatings, adhesives)
• Conduct raw material screening, prototype preparation, and stability testing
• Document all formulation trials, test results, and updates following Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards
• Stay updated on cosmetic formulation trends, materials, and international regulations relevant to nail and beauty product development

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field, or coatings experience (preferred)
• Must be able to see and evaluate color effectively
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred