Product Development Formulation Specialist

5 hours ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Woodstock Recruitment Ltd Full time
Job Title: Product Development Formulation Specialist

Woodstock Recruitment Ltd is assisting a well-established manufacturer of personal care products in hiring a skilled R&D Lab technician.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team of chemists and technicians, bringing with you a relevant qualification in cosmetic science or chemistry, and/or experience within the cosmetic and personal care manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Formulate products in line with concept briefs by assisting Development Chemists.
  • Manufacture cosmetic products in the laboratory.
  • Process customer sample requests.
  • Conduct benchmark tear-ups using analytical techniques.
  • Ensure product quality throughout shelf life through stability work, including product and packaging stability.
  • Investigate manufacturing, stability, and preservation issues through experimental testing.
  • Assist with development administration tasks, ensuring key records are kept up-to-date and accurate.
  • Calibrate laboratory equipment.
  • Sampling and ordering raw materials to ensure sufficient stock for the development process.
  • Monitor laboratory consumables stocks and raise orders as required.
  • Participate in technology transfer from laboratory scale to full production when required.

Estimated Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum

Requirements:

  • A good level of education at GCSE level or above, ideally in chemistry/sciences.
  • A cosmetic science-related qualification is ideal.
  • Ideal experience in a lab setting within the cosmetic, personal care, or homecare manufacturing industries.


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