The Color Cosmetic technician works on different color cosmetic projects from batching formulas, to preparing samples and performing testings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

§ Make daily lab batches as assigned by chemist or lab manager

§ Assist the color chemist to perform shades countermarching

§ Prepare samples for submission to clients (lipsticks, pressed powders, lipglosses..)

§ Prepare paperwork for formula submissions and document specifications for various batches

§ Perform testings on formulation (viscosity, volatiles, break points, drop tests…)

§ Maintain detailed, organized records in formulation and project management databases

§ Collaborate with formulators and lab manager to ensure inventory of raw materials are replenished and maintained appropriately

§ Assist the chemists in the development of new shades and formulations

§ Participate actively to the organization of laboratory

§ Keep track of all raw materials and organize them in the most efficient way

§ Maintain and organize the color library

DEPARTMENT/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Report to the lab manager in Congers, New York Facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree in any related science, such as chemistry, Biology, Physics, etc.

Required Knowledge:

Color perception and color matching skills, Formulation skills in all color cosmetics technologies, raw material knowledge (especially pigments), FDA guidelines

Experience Required:

1 year relevant work experience in a lab environment (ideally cosmetics)

Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to follow instructions

· Able to use a computer and enter datas in the system

· Ability to record and document critical batch process documents

· Attention to accuracy and detail

· Familiar with measurement scales, mixing, blending, chemical mills and other formulation manufacturing equipment

· Follow established formulas to create laboratory batches color cosmetics.

· Observe, record, investigate, duplicate and validate successful procedures.

· Perform calculations during shadematching under chemist supervision.

· Prepare and maintain accurate technical data and required documentation.