Title: QC & Formulation Assistant
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £28,000-£30,000
Term: Permanent
SRG is working with an independent contract manufacturer of personal care / skincare products, based in West Yorkshire. They are now looking for a quality control & formulation assistant to join the team. You would be responsible for wet chemistry / bench chemistry testing and techniques. Ensure products meet specifications, as well as some small-scale formulation projects. This position would be an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Quality Control or lab-based testing to join a supportive, friendly, family-owned company.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:15pm (Mon-Fri), 45-minute lunch break
Role / Description
* QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product to check batches meet specifications
* Development and implementation of SOP’s and QC procedures
* Lab techniques include PH testing, viscosity, stability testing and packaging compatibility testing
* Conduct routine microbiological and physical testing on products to ensure batches are compliant against industry regulations
* Work in harmony with Production and QA to achieve production delivery plans and resolve any quality issues
* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure R&D, production and packaging compliance and resolve any inconsistencies to ensure batch consistency
* Formulation and development of batches to help improve new and existing batches
Requirements
* 2+ years recent experience in QC testing / wet chemistry and formulation within the personal care / skincare industry
* Willing and able to work stood up in a Fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Experience of working to cosmetic regulations such as EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA etc.
* Strong communication skills and can relay information accurately
* Full right to work in the UK – there is no sponsorship available for this role