Department: Innovation/Mkg. Reports to: VP of Innovation
Job Function: Develops new formulations based on customer requirements utilizing pilot plant equipment. Performs color matching as required. Assists in evaluating new bases and raw materials.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Process Project Profiles (PPN) for customer sample requests.in Formulator, transfer requests from Good Face Project as needed.
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Pre-stage work by obtaining supplies and raw materials to complete PPN’s
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Mill, press and color match samples, conduct 7-day testing for UV, sunlight, and ambient
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Advise R&D of any formulation issues
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Work with R&D on creation of new and existing soap bases, assist in the evaluation of new raw materials
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Establish clear communication with PMs on sample questions/concerns
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Manage and dispose of obsolete materials
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Manage 3-D printing of soap pressings for customer evaluation
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Conduct lab equipment maintenance according to schedule
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Practice good laboratory and equipment handling techniques in all operations.
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Comply with the Chemical Hygiene Plan and Environmental policies when handling and disposing of chemicals
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Set up dies on presses and break down and change panels on dies.
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Training on and maintenance of data in existing and new systems, whether physical or technology based.
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Must adhere to company and lab policies.
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Additional duties, projects and tasks as assigned.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Mechanical aptitude
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Capable of working with minimum supervision
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Able to adapt to constant change
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Strong communication skills.
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Ability to work with various internal departments
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Basic computer and math skills.
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Color matching ability and or basic batch making experience.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
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Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs – (bags, buckets, dies, etc).
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Must be capable of moving drums of materials that could weigh up to 550 lbs.
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Must be capable of standing for an entire shift.