Skincare R&D Technician

Twincraft Skincare; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Paid time off + 80 hours holidays

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Twincraft Skincare in Williston, VT seeks a curious, hands-on Skincare R&D Technician to support the development of innovative personal care formulas. This role focuses on batching, testing, and close collaboration with Formulation Chemists to bring ideas to life.

The ideal candidate thrives in a growth-minded, collaborative environment within a fast-evolving industry and benefits from a comprehensive package and local culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, technical training, or relevant hands-on experience preferred.
• Previous laboratory or product development experience is a plus but not required.
• We value curiosity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for learning as much as direct industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Bring skincare concepts to life by preparing and batching formulations for development, evaluation, and testing.
• Collaborate with formulators and cross-functional teams to document observations, share results, and support product development decisions.
• Conduct stability evaluations and performance assessments on products throughout the development process.
• Maintain a well-organized, safe laboratory environment and support experimentation and trials.

Skills

Curiosity

Adaptability

Enthusiasm for learning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant training

Laboratory experience preferred

Job description

About the Organization Twincraft is a custom contract manufacturer of high-quality personal care products, working with many of the world's top skincare brands such as Native, Necessaire, Lume, Glossier, and Dr. Squatch. We are a $100 million dollar company with over 350 employees and two facilities in Williston and Winooski, Vermont.

We work to create an environment for our employees where each person can grow personally and professionally within our walls, while still enjoying the high quality of life for which the Burlington, Vermont area is known for. We provide an open and flexible environment where we work together every day to create a custom product. Feel accomplished at the end of every day and do it with people who share these values.

• Love to challenge their own assumptions and collaboratively create new possibilities.
• Like to creatively problem solve with others.
• Are doers, want to make things happen & get things done.
• Like to combine technical skills with intuitive experimentation.

Join our team and be part of a growing, local, family-owned business!

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Description

We’re looking for a curious, hands-on Skincare R&D Technician to support the development of innovative personal care formulas. This role plays an important part in bringing new ideas to life through batching, testing, and close collaboration with our Formulation Chemists. The ideal candidate is a team player with a growth mindset who enjoys asking questions, exploring new ideas, and contributing to the development of innovative products in a constantly evolving industry.

A Few Key Responsibilities Include:

• Bring new skincare concepts to life by preparing and batching formulations for development, evaluation, and testing
• Partner closely with formulators and cross-functional teams to document observations, share results, and support product development decisions
• Conduct stability evaluations and performance assessments on products throughout the development process
• Gather, organize, and communicate technical data and insights to support formulation optimization and project advancement
• Prepare prototypes and samples for internal review, testing, and customer presentations
• Provide documentation, standards, and developmental support to internal stakeholders
• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and collaborative laboratory environment that supports creativity, experimentation, and efficiency
• Care for laboratory equipment through routine cleaning, calibration, and basic maintenance
• Support hands-on experimentation by assisting formulators with product development trials and investigations
• Contribute ideas, observations, and solutions that help drive continuous improvement within the R&D team
• Participate in special projects and other initiatives that support the evolution of our customer and product portfolio

Our Benefits & Culture:

At Twincraft, we believe great work happens when people feel supported—both at work and at home. With a head for business and a heart for people, we take a unique, thoughtful approach to benefits, meeting employees where they are and focusing on what matters most to them and their families.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective after 30 days)
• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match
• Minimum of 3 weeks paid time off + 80 hours of paid holidays
• Dependent Care Account (pre-tax contributions)
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Unique to Twincraft:

• Annual hunting and fishing license reimbursement
• Discounted gym membership at The Edge
• Company-supported charitable giving (monetary & in-kind)
• Free financial advising through Morgan Stanley
• Onsite Resource Coordinator (United Way Working Bridges)
• Income Advance Loan Program (North Country Federal Credit Union)
• Year-round company events
• Paid volunteer opportunities

Position Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree, technical training, or relevant hands-on experience preferred. Previous laboratory or product development experience is a plus but not required. We value curiosity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for learning as much as direct industry experience.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, place of birth, age, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Range $27 - $30 per hour or more, depending on abilities

This position is currently accepting applications.