R&D Lab Technician

About the Role

Assist R&D lab personnel in formulation, equipment and instrument cleaning, maintenance and calibration, stability testing and data reporting, test and product submissions, filling products, and maintenance of the lab and lab supplies.

Responsibilities

• Perform batching of new product prototypes and reformulations.
• Perform stability studies and create stability reports.
• Maintain lab instruments and equipment, raw materials, and lab supply inventories.
• Clean laboratory instruments, supplies, and benches on a daily basis.
• Interpret experimental results and stability data.
• Apply core knowledge of scalability and stability of formulations to ensure robust product quality and aesthetics.
• Manage timeline executions with limited supervision.
• Maintain safety assurance, regulation, and requirements in the R&D laboratory.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of bench experience in the cosmetics and personal care field.
• Minimum AA degree in a Science field.
• Innovative multi-tasker who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to changing tasks and assigned responsibilities.
• Foster exchange of knowledge between internal and external teams to drive productivity and teamwork.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Self-starter, motivated in an environment that requires creativity.
• Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.
• Able to lift up to a 5-gallon pail of products or raw materials.
• Proven acumen using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Work Environment

The work environment is indoors in a professional office setting. Floor surfaces are carpeted in office areas and conference rooms, with vinyl flooring in hallways, break rooms, and computer rooms.

Schedule

The work schedule is 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (typically 8 AM–5 PM). Initial start time may vary, and work hours are subject to change based on business needs. This is a hybrid position located in Orange County, with 2 days of remote work per week.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or negligible amounts frequently.
• Constant sitting and use of upper extremities to reach, handle, and position tools and equipment.
• Must follow proper safety protocols and maintain a professional appearance.

No supervisory responsibilities.