Beauty Lab Technician

Renzoe Box is looking for a Beauty Lab Technician to help run the day-to-day of our laboratory — keeping it organized, well-maintained, and running smoothly. You'll help build out new lab procedures, prepare makeup for pressing and hot pouring, operate lab equipment, and take ownership of creating our Renzoe Pods. As you grow into the role, you'll also help train and troubleshoot with new lab hires.

• Receive, organize, and process inbound orders for Renzoe Pod filling and pressing
• Handle day-to-day lab upkeep — cleaning, ordering supplies, discarding solutions, organizing materials, and retrieving/returning products and ingredients as needed
• Fulfill Renzoe Pod orders according to Renzoe Box SOPs
• Learn and carry out daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on lab tools and equipment
• Work efficiently, document your work clearly, and execute tasks with accuracy
• Keep lab management and key project members updated on progress
• Help build out lab procedures and manage related documentation and organizational systems
• Continuously look for ways to optimize lab processes for efficiency and effectiveness
• Anticipate and troubleshoot issues in the lab, including occasional off-hours response to lab emergencies
• Follow safe work practices and comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Keep the lab clean and well-organized
• Perform quality control checks and calibrate equipment as needed
• Take on other lab or office duties as they come up

Your work will directly support the growth of an early-stage, female-led startup on the rise!

• A B.S. in Chemistry (or related science), 1-3 years of lab experience, or 3-5 years of commercial kitchen experience
• Familiarity with laboratory environments and good laboratory practices
• Basic understanding of chemicals, chemical interactions, and cosmetic raw materials
• Sharp attention to detail and steady, meticulous hands
• Strong organizational skills and the discipline to follow procedures closely
• A fast learner who isn't afraid to ask questions
• Solid analytical and numerical skills
• Clear written communication for documentation, correspondence, and reports
• Comfortable prioritizing a high-volume workload in a fast-paced setting
• Flexible and adaptable as priorities and projects shift
• Able to juggle multiple tasks, learn new techniques, keep accurate records, and follow instructions and company policy
• Self-motivated and able to perform well under deadline pressure
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, plus solid computer skills
• A creative streak and genuine eagerness to learn

Part-time position based in Austin, Texas.