Research and Development Technician

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R&D Technician
JOB PURPOSE: The R&D Technician is responsible for assisting in developing skin, body, and hair care formulations from concept to launch, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a laboratory setting that meets safety and sanitary standards.
• Work closely with the Cosmetic Chemist to facilitate accurate and timely product formulation and development through collaboration with the NPD Manager and laboratory assistant
• Work in conjunction with laboratory assistants to accomplish daily R&D tasks
• Actively research new concepts, raw materials, and product improvements.
• Discuss raw material information and innovation with suppliers.
• Create marketing sheets for clients' understanding of new product samples.
• Perform and maintain accurate records of routine analytical and physical testing.
• Follow established R&D processes and ensure approved formulas has completed all necessary pre-market steps (documentation, testing, specifications, pilot monitoring, etc)
• Monitor product stability and safety testing and make improvements as needed. Report findings during monitoring and completing stability studies to R&D. Participate in maintaining and updating the stability procedures in place.
• Review manufacturing procedures on an ongoing basis and ensure processes are aligned with updated processes
• Develop an understanding and implementation of ingredients together to formulate alongside the Cosmetic Chemist and laboratory assistants
• Interact with manufacturing, production, purchasing and QA/QC departments ensuring correct transfer of R&D created and owned processes.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Regulatory, and Quality departments to ensure product manufacturing is satisfactory.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Clean climate controlled laboratory space

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Entry level position

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Preferred 1+ years’ experience in personal care product formulation and development

EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry desired

Focus on Cosmetic chemistry desired

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Closely follows PPE requirements within laboratory setting
• Ability to independently use a computer and use online platforms such as SharePoint for information sharing
• Advanced formulation skills and technical knowledge
• Moderate to thorough understanding of FDA regulations and cGMP’s
• Drives creative research and strategic recommendations for product development.
• Able to translate consumer insights into actionable recommendations to achieve exceptional consumer satisfaction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, in a fast-paced environment under short deadlines, tolerance for business ambiguity; the ability to thrive under quickly changing situations; adaptable.
• Methodological mindset to test new ideas and work towards valid results.
• Proven ability to manage external suppliers and ensure top value and performance for the organization.
• Self-motivated and able to operate independently, as well as work effectively with others.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• High level of initiative, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally & at all levels within the organization including senior leadership.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy & organization
• Some demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience in an administrative role
• Experience with understanding and working with information management systems required
• Experience with Cosmetri preferred but not required
• Ability to stay organized and relay detail oriented information in an appropriate manner
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs required
• Excel, Word, Outlook

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and arms to reach for items and / or materials
• Employee is occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 35 pounds.

EEO STATEMENT

It is Company policy to provide equal opportunity in employment, development and advancement for all qualified persons without regard to age (40 and over), ancestry, sex/gender (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), color, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic characteristics/information, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Myers, FL 33913 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Myers, FL 33913: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person