Compounder

Portia M; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cosmetic manufacturer in Gauteng is seeking a highly motivated Compounder to join their team. Responsibilities include weighing and mixing raw materials, operating equipment, and ensuring compliance with GMP and quality standards. Candidates should have a Matric certificate and 2+ years' experience in a factory or warehouse environment. Physical fitness and understanding of raw material handling is essential. A forklift license is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a factory / warehouse environment, preferably in cosmetics.
• GMP knowledge and training in a cosmetic environment is required.
• Physical fitness for working in a compounding area is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure, and mix raw materials according to batch records.
• Operate mixing equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitisation of mixing equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of compounding processes

Understanding of cosmetic formulations

Ability to use measurement tools

Basic troubleshooting of equipment

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

We are an award-winning cosmetic brand, based in Centurion, Gauteng province specializing in manufacturing, sales, and distribution of skin products.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Compounder to join our dynamic team. Location: The suitable candidate must be living in and around Gauteng, particularly in Pretoria, and / or surrounding areas, such as Johannesburg or willing to relocate.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure, and mix raw materials according to batch manufacturing records (formulation sheets).
• Operate mixing equipment (tanks, propellers, homogenisers, pumps, etc) safely and effectively.
• Verify raw materials and batch numbers to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitisation of mixing equipment and work areas.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, quality and safety requirements all the time.
• Monitor and document process parameters (in-process checks) (e.g. temperature, ph, viscosity, mixing speed) Report deviations, abnormalities or errors, and equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Collaborate with quality control for sampling and testing, and R and D whenever required.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and product quality.

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of compounding processes and equipment.
• Understanding of cosmetic formulations, raw materials, and chemical handling.
• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality control requirements.
• Ability to use measurement tools (scales, thermometers, pH meters, viscometer).
• Basic troubleshooting of compounding equipment.
• Ability to perform basic cleaning and sanitisation of equipment and workspaces.
• Simple record-keeping (batch manufacturing sheets, checklists, logs).

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required qualifications and skills

• Matric certificate or equivalent qualification obtained from a recognized school or college.
• 2+ years' experience in a factory / warehouse environment (cosmetics / fragile goods preferred).
• Understanding of raw material handling requirements is essential.
• Physical fitness for working in a compounding area is required.
• GMP knowledge and training in a cosmetic environment is required.
• Forklift license and safety certifications are advantageous.

Interested?