Technician 1

Coty; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and disability

401(k) with generous employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Coty is hiring a Manufacturing Technician in the Hunt Valley, MD making department. The role focuses on pre-weighing and mixing materials to support brands like Covergirl, Rimmel, and Sally Hansen, under supervision of the area manager.

Responsibilities include operating 600-15 gallon vessels, monitoring processes, and reporting batch yields, while promoting safety, quality, and efficiency. The position requires lifting, data entry, and teamwork on a 3-shift schedule.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required; an Associate's degree in a related field is a plus.
• Candidates should demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Must be able to lift 55 pounds (25 kilograms) and operate valves and related equipment.
• Climb ladders/stairs and work at heights.
• Ability to perform basic math and use a calculator.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.
• Must support a 3-shift schedule, including weekends/holidays/overtime.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to Safety, Quality, and Operations processes.
• Read and follow all SOPs.
• Operate designated Making Equipment (600-15-gallon vessels).
• Pre-weigh raw materials for batches.
• Monitor equipment and conditions; track parameters (temperature, speed, viscosity, pH, color).
• Collect and report plant measurements (performance, yields, asset use).
• Diagnose deviations and perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Use computer tools to perform daily tasks and record data.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement changes.
• Ensure activities align with plant and business goals.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication skills

Lift 25 kg

Education

HS diploma

Associates degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

MAKING DEPARTMENT – HUNT VALLEY, MD

The Hunt Valley Making Department is responsible for pre-weighing and making all bulk that goes into brands such as Covergirl, Rimmel, Max Factor, Sally Hansen and Philosophy. We seek a Making Technician to be responsible for the mixing of batches needed to produce our coveted brands.

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

MAKING DEPARTMENT – HUNT VALLEY, MD

The Hunt Valley Making Department is responsible for pre-weighing and making all bulk that goes into brands such as Covergirl, Rimmel, Max Factor, Sally Hansen and Philosophy. We seek a Making Technician to be responsible for the mixing of batches needed to produce our coveted brands.

The Making Technician will report primarily to the Making area manager along with several technicians ensuring product is made safely and with good quality. Key stakeholders include the Quality technicians evaluating the batches and the Production technicians filling and packaging the product.

Responsibilities

In this role you are responsible for:

Your main focus:

• Maintain adherence to Safety, Quality and Operations processes and procedures
• Read, understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures
• Operating designated Making Equipment (600-15-gallon vessels)
• Pre-weighing raw materials to stage them for Making vessels to complete batches
• Optimizing plant performance by monitoring making equipment and conditions using making controls and making information systems including temperature checks, mixing speeds, viscosity, pH and color characteristics of batches
• Collecting, calculating and reporting plant measurements related to performance, asset utilization, quality and batch yields
• Determine root causes of deviations in making process, product or equipment performance through use of troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Perform basic making equipment troubleshooting, routine equipment repairs or CILs, improvements and preventative maintenance
• Perform daily tasks efficiently using appropriate computer tools and software
• Identify opportunities for improvements and makes improvements when appropriate
• Ensure operational activities and making performance are aligned with plant and business goals

Working for Coty means

our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you’re someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries – we’d love to hear from you! Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

Qualifications

We’d love to see candidates who have:

Essential:

• HS diploma required, Associates degree in related field a plus
• Be able to demonstrate basic computer skills
• Be able to lift 25 kilograms / 55 pounds, lift hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment routinely without assistance
• Be able to climb ladders/ stairs and work at heights
• Perform basic math and be able to use calculator
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to work well in teams; good interpersonal skills
• Have great attention to detail – be able to calculate grams and kgs
• We are a 3-shift operation, must have ability to support shift as assigned including weekends and holidays and work overtime when needed

Desirable:

• Previous Weighing and Making / Blending experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot issues in weighing materials
• Previous experience with SAP, Excel, Word & Outlook

Our Benefits

As our Making Technician, this is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

• Pay: $21.96 per hour
• Featured Benefits: Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k) with generous employer match; paid time off; *Benefits and compensation program descriptions are general in nature and may be subject to change; specific benefits eligibility and details will be provided in offer materials.

About Coty

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness.

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]. We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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