R&D Technician

• SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

To support the R&D Chemists in preparing batches, filling samples, conducting physico-chemical testing, maintaining retains and collecting data for product stability & compatibility.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must maintain regular and punctual attendance and work cooperatively with others.
2. Must adhere a safety-first approach in working in the lab environment and must comply with all company policies and procedures.
3. Prepare routine fragrance extension formula for batching. for stability, compatibility, and preservative efficacy testing
4. Assist chemists with batching, filling samples, and shipping to the customer.
5. Prepare and submit samples for stability, compatibility, preservative efficacy testing.
6. Physico-chemical testing of raw materials, In-Process bulk and finished good for analysis.
7. Set up, monitor, test, and record results/observations for internal R&D accelerated stability.
8. Maintain files on all stability, compatibility, and preservative efficacy testing of product.
9. Maintain and calibrate all gauges and instruments.
10. Assist in cleaning and organizing the R&D Laboratory.
11. Promote compliance with Bright Innovation Labs policies, procedures, quality standards and current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) as well as safety and environmental regulations. Participate, as required, in safety and cGMP training sessions, and other company training sessions

• COMPETENCIES
  1. Strong Attention to Detail (Detail-oriented), results-oriented and ability to multi-task.
  2. Requires basic math and unit conversion skills.
  3. Must have strong verbal and writing skills along with strong communication skills. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
  4. Experience with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
  5. Ability to operate a variety of testing equipment such as pH Meter, Viscometer, balance.
  6. Ability to identify and differentiate colors, and various olfactive properties (odor) of products.
  7. Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• CONSEQUENCES OF ERROR

1. This position works with products and processes that will eventually be scaled up for large scale production in the plant. Attention to detail can go a long way to prevent potential errors and possible quality issues.

• WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, toxic, or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

All employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.