The Assistant Product Development Manager helps develop seasonal and core products for Color Cosmetic and Holiday categories that meet Arbonne brand strategies. This unique role combines creative R&D, color matching, and technical transfer with strong project management skills. 

• Expert in developing color cosmetics in all areas of complexion, lip, eye, and seasonal color stories.
• Analyze trends and fashion forecasts.
• Oversee formula scale up and technical transfer process onsite and at third party manufacturers.
• Establish innovative Research & Development ingredient platforms through active research of new technologies, active ingredients and competitive analysis.
• Identify benchmarks and/or develop formula prototypes.
• Create and distribute comprehensive Product Development Requests.
• Assist in official formula briefings to both internal R&D and external contract manufacturers.
• Assist on-site lab work independently with R&D to direct shade/texture development when required.
• Collaborate with Regulatory, Legal, Marketing, and Supply Chain departments to ensure compliance of product claims and formulas for existing and/or new emerging markets.
• Bachelor’s Degree; Chemistry a plus
• Must have at least 4-5 years of experience in product development in the beauty industry with a strong background in color cosmetics and technical aspects
• OTC experience required
• R&D Bench Chemist background a plus
• Familiarity with process engineering and technical transfer preferred
• Must have product launch experience working with third party contract manufacturers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Please send resumes to adturner@arbonne.com

SEED Beauty, a well-established cosmetic manufacturer in Oxnard, California seeks Package Sourcing Specialist to source primary packaging components for cosmetic and skincare products from current and external suppliers. Candidates must have experience acquiring new customers, negotiating pricing, shipping and lead times.
Interest candidates should email their resume to jruiz@seedbeauty.com and sheck@seedbeauty.com or call 805-487-2122.

Manufacturing Plant – Glendale, CA

Job Description

Required Experience:

• Must have formulating experience.
• Experience in personal care contract manufacturing desired.

3-5 years’ experience formulating OTC and non-OTC skin and hair care products, be knowledgeable in ingredients and FDA, CTFA and PCPC regulations, able to color match, have strong written and oral communication skills and be passionate about personal care product formulations. Candidate will formulate, test and develop products for new and existing customers.

Responsibilities:

• Perform work as assigned by the R&D Manager.
• Must follow all company rules and policies.
• Maintain an accurate and thorough record of laboratory procedures and results.
• Maintain an accurate formula book for all lab projects assigned.
• Utilize the use of laboratory equipment to perform tasks as required.
• Perform stability/compatibility test on approved formulations.
• Conduct mathematical computations.
• Troubleshoot, clean and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies and area.
• Must be able to communicate in English and Spanish
• Good and practical skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret test results
• Time management skills
• Team player
• Flexible with work hours (able to work after regular work when needed)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 /year

Contact: millie@vegekurl.com

LipoTrue S.L. is a supplier of unique bioactive ingredients for the Cosmetics and Personal Care Industries. We offer a broad and growing range of sophisticated active ingredients and technologies derived predominately from three platforms:   in-silico/biomimetic peptides, marine ferments and synthetic human proteins from wild plants.  

Our US team is seeking a West Coast Key Account Manager based in the Los Angeles area with the drive and existing relationships that will establish LipoTrue as one of the premier active ingredient suppliers in the region.  The candidate must be highly motivated, charismatic, well organized and self-sufficient. 


Requirements:
-  Minimum 5 years’ experience selling cosmetic active ingredients
-  Experience interacting with relevant customer departments including R&D, Product Development and Purchasing

-  Track record of developing and closing opportunities and new business.

-  Excellent written and verbal skills.
-  Ability to work independently

-  Must understand and be able to communicate the fundamentals of skin biology and skin aging.

-  Bachelors’ degree, preferably in biology or biochemistry

-  Experience in Product Development or Marketing is a plus.

Primary Responsibilities:
-  Connect with customers daily to promote LipoTrue’s range of ingredients into new customer projects.
-  Participate in trade shows and seminars to raise industry awareness of LipoTrue and our technologies. 
-  Initiate call reports and customer follow ups in a timely manner.
-  About 50% travel (regional) and approximately 10% travel (overnight) required.  International travel may be required 1-2 weeks a year.

Please send resumes to rbird@lipotrue.com

Prepares registration documents to government agencies and maintain registration and certificates that GLI currently has. Help prepares annual reports at the city state and local levels such as, waste management and storm water. Prepare export documentation to customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares robust regulatory applications to achieve departmental and organizational objectives
• Creates, reviews and approves engineering changes in relate to proper SOP
• Reviews device labeling and marketing materials for compliance with FDA submissions and applicable regulations
• Drives cross functional alignment with issues that could have Regulatory ramifications
• Reviews of product and manufacturing changes for compliance with applicable regulations (Change Control)
• Reviews protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions
• Assesses proposed regulations and communicates new requirements to the organization

• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors
• Assists with audits and inspections, as required
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned  by supervisor

Please send resumes to Connie.Rivas@gordonlabsinc.com

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee development over 100 products per year for all clients/ markets depending on the  calendar

Created by Marketing/ Business Development team

• Create an effective program for all in-coming, out-going products with accurate record and tractability
• Work closely with R&D team to establish program with specific processes that effectively comply with customer and international standard Quality requirements.
• Work with the Operation Department in support of company Quality Management System (QMS) standards and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Be hands-on in introducing effective work practices that are predictable, efficient, and with build-in quality safeguards.
• Teach and facilitate process reviews, Project Quality Plan, time value analysis work, site observations, take action on internal audit observations.
• Are hands –on material testing, including in-coming ingredients, Bulk and Finished Goods samples
• Advice compounding with batch adjusting as needed, monitor product specification, deviation, and Correction action as needed.

Please send resumes to Connie.Rivas@gordonlabsinc.com

Seeking R&D Sr. Chemist with 5+ years hands on experience in personal cosmetics to prepare batches, perform varied multi-task formulation testing and development of products for various clients. Interested candidates please email tcorona@cosmetictechnologies.com

Oversee all activities relating to the quality of manufactured products.  Supervise and guide inspectors, technicians and other staff. Assure the reliability and consistency of production by checking processes and final output. Appraise customers’ requirements and make sure they are satisfied. Report all malfunctions to production executives to ensure immediate action. Facilitate proactive solutions by collecting and analyzing quality data. Review current standards and policies. Keep records of quality reports, statistical reviews and relevant documentation. Ensure all legal standards are met. Communicate with external quality assurance officers during on-site inspections. Requirements: 1 yr experience as quality control manager. Email Resumes to: HR@AMRLabs.com or Mail resume to: Advanced Medical Research Laboratories, Inc., Attn: HR, 7922 Haskell Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406.  

Basic Purpose

The Master Scheduler will lead the team in the analysis and generation of the compounding and filling schedule to support manufacturing execution. The Scheduler will be responsible for ensuring available capacity, short and long-term, and material flow from supply base to support production of both new and existing items.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Generate and provide an executable Production Schedule for compounding and filling. 
• Facilitate daily meetings with key stakeholders to review the execution of the compounding and filling schedules.
• Lead, on a weekly basis, schedule turnover meetings with the manufacturing and compounding teams.
• Conduct RCCP (Rough Cut Capacity Planning) for compounding and filling to ensure capacity is available to support upcoming customer sales order requirements.
• Set and maintain production parameters, i.e. standards, to support the development of an executable schedule.
• Assist in the creation of the pilot and scale up schedule for new items by partnering with compounding and R & D.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes and procedures to remove non-value added effort.
• Generate & Maintain key supply chain metrics/KPI’s for the department

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalent.
• APICS certification an asset.
• Three to five years related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Proficient on ERP software, i.e. MAS90 and Excel.
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills.
• Please send resumes to Connie.Rivas@gordonlabsinc.com

Cosmetic Group USA, a leading manufactuerer for Color Cosmetics in Sun Valley CA , is looking for a Color Chemist.  Candidate must know how to formulate, reverse engineer, and color match most types of cosmetics.  Must work well in a large group setting and be experienced in creating new products quckily.

Please send resumes to MRashidi@cosmeticgroupusa.com

SEED Beauty, a well-established cosmetic manufacturer in Oxnard, California seeks Package Sourcing Specialist to source primary packaging components for cosmetic and skincare products from current and external suppliers. Candidates must have experience acquiring new customers, negotiating pricing, shipping and lead times.
Interest candidates should email their resume to jruiz@seedbeauty.com and sheck@seedbeauty.com or call 805-487-2122.

Global Ingredient Solutions, headquartered in Tustin, CA, is a west coast distributor of specialty raw materials for the Cosmetic and Personal Care Industries.  This position is responsible for developing customer relationships and offering solutions based on the company’s existing portfolio of products.

Summary:

• Possess knowledge of product lines with the ability to present active ingredients, to include physical characteristics, applications, formulation requirements, and competitive products
• Build Relationships
  • Build relationships with key contacts at all levels from chemists and purchasing to executive level/management
  • Make frequent sales visits to customers (minimum four days a week on sales visits); understand projects in development and how Global Ingredient Solutions concepts can apply
  • Organize lunches and/or dinners with customers as needed, subject to approval
  • Manage customer follow-up and participate in key trade organizations and shows
• Maintain sales tools
  • Maintain customer visits calendar and provide weekly schedule in advance
  • Update CRM system with latest contact information and sales notes along with customer follow-up, samples, monthly reports, expense reports, monthly forecasts and target accounts
  • Provide weekly call reports to President
  • Work with customer service to resolve any customer issues
• Work with Samples Department, Marketing and Lab
  • Request samples/literature as needed
  • Work with Suppliers to organize customer visits; request formulas for customers as needed
  • Work with Marketing department to ensure that latest concept books, technical sheets and all relevant marketing materials are being shared with customers
• Increase Sales
  • Ability to focus and achieve yearly objectives and long term goals, both strategic and financial
  • The Account Manager will call on bench chemists, research and development teams, product development and marketing, purchasing managers and industry consultants.

Please send resumes to:  ychang@ingsolutions.com

Color R&D Chemist

Cosmetic Lab, one of the fastest growing cosmetic contract manufacturer with heavy emphasis on innovative K-Beauty inspired R&D in Downey, CA is looking for a Color Chemist preferably with 5+ years of color cosmetic lab experience, must know how to formulate, reverse engineer, and color match different types of cosmetics. Duties include preparing and formulating lab batches, check and maintain lab and regulatory documentation, monitor and measure formulation specifications. Ideal candidate must multi-task in fast and dynamic work environment and are able to work independently without supervision. Be part of one of the most exciting team in the cosmetic industry and prosper. Check our web site at www.cosmeticlabinc.com to learn more.

Please send resume and salary requirements to maria@cosmeticlabinc.com

John Paul Mitchell Systems in Santa Clarita, CA, is seeking a Director of Hair Care at their research laboratories. This position reports into the Vice President of Research & Development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a team of chemists focused on new products and formulations in the hair care and styling categories, from the bench to scale up. Prior leadership directing a team of chemists and experience formulating hair care products is required. Candidates must have a minimum education of Bachelor of Science in a hard science and 5+ years' of verified technical experience in the cosmetics industry. Relocation for the perfect candidate considered. Please send inquiries to valerie.george@jpms.com. 

Cosmetic Group USA, a leading manufacturer of Cosmetic Products in Sun Valley CA,  is looking for a Lab Coordinator . 

Responsibilities

• Ordering and organizing incoming raw materials
• Dealing with raw material paperwork in support of the regulatory deparment
• Facilitate communication between R&D and PD team
• Track lab activties

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Fast typing skills
• Excellent organization
• Multi-tasking
• Fast paced worker

Please send resumes to MRashidi@cosmeticgroupusa.com

CoValence Laboratories has been serving the beauty industry, providing development and manufacturing services to renowned skin care leaders and physicians, established cosmetic brands and up-and-coming entrepreneurs in the USA and abroad since 1989. We specialize in face, body, hair and over-the-counter (OTC) formulations. To set us apart from other labs, we utilize unique and proprietary ingredients in professional, natural-based, anti-aging, acne and lightening skin care formulations.

The R & D Formulation Chemist is responsible for assisting the R & D development team in he creation of new personal care and cosmetic formulations.

Duties:

• Product development and analysis of results

•Set up equipment (including mixing vessel and homogenizer) used in making formulations

• Prepare personal care & cosmetic formulations following written formulas and double check feasibility of instruction

• Clean and sterilize instruments, glassware and equipment

• Operate pH Meter to adjust the pH of products• Color & scent matching of cosmetic samples

• Maintain detailed daily formulation records and raw material sampling records

Full time employees of CoValence Laboratories can look forward to the following benefits:

Competitive pay, Fully paid employee base medical/dental/long term disability/life, Voluntary life and short term disability, 401k with company match, Flexible scheduling, Casual atmosphere and more!!!

Job Type: Full-time

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in Chemistry or Bio-Chemistry preferred

• Experience working in personal care product manufacturing preferred

Please send resumes to lily@covalence.com

Position Summary
The Regional VP of Sales will provide sales leadership and direction to assigned Account Executives who sell beauty solutions, including color and skincare packaging, turnkey design/formulation/packaging services for both color and skincare, and on-trend formulations and packaging in a competitive and innovative marketplace. The Regional VP of Sales Manager will work with executives to develop and execute a sales strategy to enhance market penetration and interface with leaders across the organization to execute sales strategies.

Key focus areas that will have an impact
• Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of Fusion’s processes/procedures and sales tools/systems to execute an effective long-term sales strategy
• Monitor and take necessary measures to ensure adequate pipeline of opportunities for sustainable growth within the region
• Support Account Executives in business development; Confer and assist in negotiating customer agreements
• Manage hiring, training, and performance evaluations to develop team members to their full potential; Set sales territories and goals
• Monitor and evaluate activities and products of the competition and report competitive market information to executive leadership
• Meet with and maintain relationships with key customers; Support assigned accounts and broaden footprint and presence within accounts
• Examine and control expenditures of region to conform to budgetary requirements
• Provide career development for employees through direct performance feedback and coaching
• Lead or participate in other assigned projects

Who you will be working for

Fusion Packaging is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of luxury packaging for the beauty industry. With U.S offices in NYC, LA and Dallas, we operate facilities around the globe and employ professionals with decades of collective experience in all areas of packaging. The Regional VP of Sales will office in our beautiful office in El Segundo. Please visit our website for additional information: www.fusionpkg.com
Submit Resumes: Please submit your resume to mbyers@fusionpkg.com with “Regional VP of Sales” in the subject line.

The Sales Executive is a vital contributor within the Sales Organization and will service existing west coast clients as well as target and prospect new business opportunities. This role will educate and influence the market on our product lines to build strong long-term relationships. The Sales Executive will collaborate with customers to deliver stock and custom beauty packaging solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Identify, secure and nurture business in the direct sale of airless and atmospheric dispensing systems, tubes, jars and color cosmetics to beauty markets using consultative selling skills
• Be a trusted solution expert: share technical and industry knowledge to clarify customer requirements and our ability to meet those requirements
• Utilize skill and agility to build new and existing accounts across multiple functions including Purchasing, Packaging Development and Marketing
• Solicit new accounts through past relationships, leads or cold calling; Focus on attainment of annual sales goals through the Fusion business review process, new account development and account retention; Attend and cultivate new prospects through 2 to 3 annual trade shows
• Produce and present sales proposals to customers demonstrating our ability to offer creative solutions-based programs
• Interface and coordinate with Fusion’s in-house design and development team to provide customers with creative and innovative beauty solutions
• Work closely with customers throughout a project’s life cycle; Troubleshoot and respond appropriately to customer issues

Job Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Two or more years successful sales experience with a beauty packaging company or similar company supplying to beauty brands Verifiable track record of meeting/exceeding sales goals; Strategic sales planning skills
• Will also consider strong sales background in a cross-market industry selling to the personal care market
• Ability to work unencumbered by a previous noncompete agreement
• Experience with Salesforce.com preferred
• Some geographical regional travel required; up to 35 to 40%

Please send resumes to mbyers@fusionpkg.com

Namaste Laboratories is seeking a Sr. Chemist with 5+ years hands on experience in Hair Cares to develop products, work with 3rd party manufactures, perform varied multi-task formulation (cost-saving, regulation compliance for current products line), and conduct testings.
Interested candidates please email to.
parkhos915@gmail.com

Personal Care manufacturer in Carson, CA. Seeking a qualified candidate for the position of R&D Lab Tech. Duties: scale up of lab batches, tracking stability, basic formulating of hair and skin care products, supporting production/QC, writing procedures, understanding GMPs. Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities is a must. 1-2 years experience preferred with a Science background.
Resumes to dsimon@cosway.com

Relocating to the Los Angeles area in July and looking for a cosmetic chemist position. I have a masters in Cosmetic Science and a bachelors in Polymer Engineering with 5 years lab experience in fragrances. Please contact me at jlc5540@gmail.com.

Hello!

I am looking for a part-time internship in the Los Angeles area to get more hands on experience in the industry as I am finishing my final year for my BS in Chemistry at the University of Southern California. I worked in a color cosmetics lab last summer, and have experience in organic and analytical labs as well. I would be able to start working in August.

Please send inquries to sjwalker@usc.edu