RD Formulation Specialist

Interpret customer’s explanations, descriptions and requests and convert them to the chemical components and formula combinations

Meet with suppliers and technical experts for product information collecting newest developments and formulating appropriate applications.

Assemble chemicals and materials into laboratory batches and test formula for efficacy/performance

Modify, substitute, and reformulate materials to meet highest level of customer expectations, and quality while maintaining lowest formulation costs

Evaluate alternate chemical suppliers

Enter and review formulas in computer system

Trouble shoot formula issues related to manufacturing/compounding

Revise priorities keeping all deadlines under control according to production demands, customer needs and company interests.

Maintain professional expertise through individual study, continuing education and professional development

Must communicate progress, problems and needs with management, vendors, customers as appropriate

Assist with managing the product development process from the concept phase to the post-launch analysis phase

Involvement in new product concept brainstorming meetings

Primary liaison with overseas vendors for Product Development from artwork to product specifications, sculpting, and sample approval

Negotiate pricing with oversees vendors

Set up item number and other development information in item master while updating and maintaining it

Ensure the accuracy of product and packaging samples and seek approvals

Guarantees deadlines are met to obtain samples for trade shows & licensor

Initiates collateral requests within the Creative Department and/or with outside service vendors

Works with Quality Compliance department regarding compliance issues

M.S or B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or other physical science

2-3 years’ experience in formulation of new and innovative personal care products, preferably in a contract manufacturing environment

Ability to multitask handling 4-5 bench projects at a time

Ability to thrive within a team environment

Working knowledge of claim substantiation

Current knowledge of ingredient technology and familiar with working within customer and international

Extensive knowledge of laboratory procedures, test instrumentation, and experimental design

Advance writing, reading, and math skills including statistical analysis

Ability to interpret, analyze, reason, and plan