R&D Formulation Chemist II

Autumn Harp · Essex Junction

FULL TIME$75,000 – $75,000 / yr

Job Description

Autumn Harp is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in beauty and personal care products. We pride ourselves on delivering best-in-class service and fostering a culture of excellence. The company’s state of the art facility provides premium service and creative solutions to product development and manufacturing of skincare, color cosmetics and lip care products, in service to the personal care industry. Our OTC facility provides support to clients who range from major global corporations to independent brands. We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced

R&D Formulation Chemist

to join our team in an environment with strong commitment to internal and external customer service. This position supports the development of new products with a strong focus on core cosmetic chemistry principles, including formulation, testing, pilot, and scale-up activities. Works independently on routine formulation adjustments and assists in developing customer formulations.

Key Responsibilities

Work within the R&D team to formulate new products with an emphasis on creativity and innovation

Oversee the organization and storage of lab samples to be placed in storage for stability and compatibility testing

Prepares lab prototype batches as directed, including filling tubes, jars, or specified containers with product and applying appropriate identification labels

Ensure products are developed in compliance with regulatory requirements for the intended markets

Partners with Account Managers to coordinate product development activities and maintain up-to-date timelines

Communicate regularly with internal and external R&D and Regulatory teams to ensure product compliance

Collaborate with Process Engineer to support pilot runs and scale-up of new products

Source and evaluate new raw materials for products

Communicate with customers to ensure products meet their regulatory and formulation requirements

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, cosmetic science or science related field

Minimum of 7 years of cosmetic formulation experience

Experience with regulatory requirements, raw materials, and product specifications, procedure writing and scale-up of new products

Proven ability to be creative and drive innovation

Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills

Self-starter with the ability to manage and prioritize numerous development projects

A passion for the cosmetic industry and staying up to date with new developments and trends

Autumn Harp offers a robust suite of benefits, including

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Voluntary benefits, including additional life, and participation in a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan (HRA, FSA, DCA)

Free gym membership as part of our wellness program

401(k) with company match and a short vesting schedule

Generous paid time off, plus additional time for community volunteering

Desirable work environment

Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000/annually

Company	Autumn Harp
Location	Essex Junction
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time
Salary	$75,000 – $75,000 / yr

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