R&D Formulation Chemist

Our Divisions:

Bulk Apothecary was founded in mid 2010 as a small brick & mortar specialty retailer in Streetsboro, Ohio and has since grown to become one of the nation's largest online suppliers of natural ingredients and essential oils. Our main focus from the beginning was soap and candle making supplies, but word of our fantastic prices, amazing quality and excellent customer service spread. Within 3 years, we expanded our offering to a wide range of specialty ingredients and vitamin supplements and had a dominant online presence that was growing by the day. Today, we still operate our small store in Streetsboro, Ohio but also have an online presence that's growth is nothing short of amazing.

Natural Essentials was founded in 1995 and has quickly grown to one of the Nation's premier contract filling companies. Because of our strong focus on quality, customer service and price, Natural Essentials has maintained outstanding growth in one of the worst economies in U.S. history. Today, Natural Essentials employees nearly 250 employees and manufactures products that are found in almost every retailer in the USA.

Job description:

Come join our R&D Lab Team as a R&D Chemist!! Natural Essentials Inc is an FDA-regulated and cGMP-compliant manufacturing facility specializing in personal care beauty products. Committed to our customers’ visions, we offer a variety of different processes all designed to make it as easy as possible for them to hit the market with their product.

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

Develop and formulate products based on customer requirements, including skin care, hair care, over-the-counter topical, and cosmetic products.
Prepare laboratory-scale batches for evaluation, testing, and formulation optimization.
Operate and maintain proficiency with laboratory and formulation equipment, including pH meters, viscometers, homogenizers, and related equipment.
Speak directly with customers to understand their needs and provide formulation support and solutions.
Collaborate with customers to develop and support product marketing concepts and claims.
Source and order raw materials needed to complete formulations.
Qualify raw materials in accordance with established quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Build strong working relationships with raw material suppliers and internal departments.
Research and evaluate emerging ingredients, industry trends, technologies, and product innovations.
Attend relevant workshops and seminars to stay informed of formulation practices and ingredients.
Prepare and maintain required documentation for customer samples and product approvals, including:
Ingredient Lists.
Evaluation and Approval Forms.
Complete Customer Dossiers.
Composition Breakdown.
Regulatory Documentation.
Collaborate with manufacturing and production during formulation scale-up .
Develop a working knowledge of manufacturing equipment, including kettles, mixers, pumps, and related processing equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the manufacturing process as needed to support successful production.
Adhere to company policy for personal protective equipment (PPE) and workplace safety.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field preferred.
2+ years of experience in product development, formulation, or a related laboratory environment preferred.
Understanding of basic chemistry principles, formulation techniques, and laboratory practices.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft software programs.
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Procedures.
Ability to work effectively in both laboratory and manufacturing environments while following all company safety and PPE requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Director of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday, 7a.m. to 3:30p.m.

Work Location: Aurora, OH

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Natural Essentials

R&D Formulation Chemist

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