Cosmetic Formulation Technician in Baton Rouge

Location: Baton Rouge, LA | Job Type: Full-Time | Temp to Hire

Schedule

Monday – Friday day shift

Pay

$19 per hour

About the role

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking candidates for a Formulation Technician position to support the formulation, testing, and development of innovative personal care products for custom and private-label clients. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, problem-solving, and product development.

Responsibilities

• Perform formulation, testing, reverse formulation, and product development activities for a variety of custom development clients.
• Work closely with the VP of Product Development to develop innovative private-label products from initial concept through approved, scaled-up formulas.
• Accurately measure and handle chemical and cosmetic ingredients.
• Prepare daily laboratory batches according to assigned priorities and specifications.
• Prepare documentation for formula submissions, batch specifications, and product development activities.
• Conduct and monitor stability testing on R&D batches.
• Maintain detailed and organized records within formulation and project management databases.
• Submit requests for new raw material samples and assist with testing and release of approved materials.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and fine-tune formulation issues to achieve desired product performance and specifications.
• Perform calculations and assessments required to convert laboratory-scale formulas to larger-scale manufacturing batches.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, a related scientific field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience or educational background in cosmetic, food, chemical, or personal care formulation is preferred.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate experimental results.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, formulas, and established procedures.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately document critical batch processes and maintain thorough laboratory records.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform formulation and scale-up calculations.
• Ability to troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues.
• Highly organized, neat, dependable, and detail-oriented approach to laboratory work.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, and critical illness.
• Legal plan and short-term disability.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.