Kelly Services
Location
Carson, CA | United States
Job description
R&D Chemist
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Chemist for a temp-to-hire position at a premier cosmetic, OTC, and pet care product manufacturing company in Carson, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
Pay Rate:
$24-26/hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, standard working hours
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a strong comprehension of raw materials used in cosmetic formulations and their respective functions.
Understand the principles behind the formulation process, including the rationale behind specific ingredient combinations.
Develop an emerging understanding of production capabilities within the cosmetics industry.
Display the ability to create formulations from scratch with minimal supervision or guidance.
Identify and utilize appropriate ingredients necessary for successful formulations, including preservatives, chelating agents, pH adjusters, etc.
Monitor preliminary stability of formulations to ensure product integrity.
Develop an emerging understanding of OTC regulations and stay informed about regulatory changes affecting cosmetic products.
Establish proper specifications utilizing correct equipment for formulation processes.
Gain familiarity with Product Efficacy Testing (PET) reports to ensure product effectiveness.
Qualifications:
BS in Chemistry or related field
6+ months of experience formulating cosmetic products from scratch
What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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