Senior R&D Lab Technician
16 days ago
Boca Raton
Job DescriptionR&D Sr. Lab TechnicianBoca Raton, FL Beauty innovation starts here. An exciting opportunity has opened up to join our R&D team as Lab Technician and join the world’s leading partner for Turnkey Performance Product Solutions, Custom Formulation and Contract Manufacturing. Our team of expert chemists operates a state-of-the-art, in-house laboratory full-time to maximize research and development efficiency, streamline manufacturing processes, and significantly reduce time-to-shelf. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior R&D Lab Technician to support advanced formulation work, testing, and scale-up activities within our cosmetic Research & Development team. The ideal candidate has strong laboratory expertise, deep familiarity with cosmetic lab practices, and the ability to guide junior technicians while contributing to efficient product development. We are looking for talent that is passionate about problem-solving, can use data to support conclusions and claims, and has a deep drive to ensure cosmetic products are held to the highest standards in quality and safety. Job Title: Lab Technician The Lab Technician works within the Cosmetic Solutions Innovation Lab and supports innovation activities, including raw material and finished product testing, laboratory scale batching, support research and development and Quality Control. The ideal candidate must be able to show a proven track record of accuracy, have excellent hands-on laboratory skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, and have a keen eye for detail. They will be self-motivated, solution-focused, highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to work autonomously. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Perform and oversee laboratory testing including pH, viscosity, melting point, specific gravity, titrations, and other tests as assigned., • Weigh, measure, and mix raw materials in accordance with safety protocols, SOPs, and GMP requirements., • Complete batch adjustments as needed to achieve the targeted final formulation, ensuring product performance, stability, and quality requirements are met., • Prepare accurate and reproducible laboratory-scale batches based on formulas, prototypes, and written development instructions., • Document all results, maintain detailed lab records, and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards., • Assist chemists in preparing technical documents, sample filling, labeling, and project documentation., • Conduct scale-up testing and collaborate with production teams during pilot and full-scale manufacturing handoff., • Participate in and support the formulation and development of prototype cosmetic products, including emulsions, gels, serums, cleansers, and color cosmetics., • Write, update, and contribute to the development and improvement of department and company SOPs to ensure compliance, clarity, and operational efficiency, • Perform product stability testing, monitor changes over time, and record detailed observations., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, including glassware processing, cleaning, and waste management., • Ensure strict adherence to company SOPs, GMP standards, and all safety policies. Experience/Skills: • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with emulsions, surfactants, polymer systems, and formulation processing., • Working knowledge of basic laboratory equipment and analytical skills such as pipetting, precision weighing, and dilutions., • Ability to read and interpret data, • Strong communication skills, • Product batching and compounding experience a Plus., • Computer skills: Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. EDUCATION: BS/BA in Chemistry or related Science fields preferred. Benefits: • Comprehensive Employer Contributed Medical plans offered for you and your family (including PPO), • Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family, • Employer Paid Life Insurance, including additional Voluntary Life and AD&D, • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA, • Employee Assistance Program, • Annual Bonus Program, • Competitive PTO offered, • 401(k) Retirement Plans with up to 4% match Who we are: Cosmetic Solutions is a leader in the development and manufacturing of scientifically proven, innovative personal care products. With a focus on, face, body, hair, OTC, and professional use formulations, we create some of the most cost effective, high quality and powerful products on the market. Cosmetic Solutions LLC. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability status, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.