Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
  
  
  

POSITION PURPOSE

The Laboratory Technician at Bayport Laboratories participates in the Research and Development of new formulas under the supervision of Senior Chemists and Research and Development President. It is the responsibility of Laboratory technician to ensure that products comply with specifications by performing necessary testing and stability and compatibility studies.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

• Performs testing on raw materials, components, in-process, and finished product as needed
• Assists chemists in preparation of formulations and evaluating stability of batches to meet product standards and specifications as needed
• Perform testing on laboratory equipment as needed
• Assist with stability monitoring practices and procedures
• Calculates amounts of ingredients needed for various laboratory batch requirements
• Weighs raw materials as determined by formula requirements for batch preparation
• Combines and processes weighed ingredients, observing batch throughout manufacturing process. Records all notable characteristics. Introduces color adjustments as required
• Conducts physical tests on batch samples to insure product adheres to pre-determined specifications
• Maintains accurate and detailed records and logs of all work performed by following good documentation practices
• Demonstrates knowledge of and performance within acceptable laboratory safety standards
• Keeps laboratory organized to promote a safe and positive work environment
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

AS/BS Degree in Chemistry, Science or Biology or high school degree with relative math, science or laboratory skills, or work experience in a laboratory or manufacturing cosmetics/personal care products.

Required Knowledge:

• Experience in laboratory testing preferred
• Requires ability to organize and prioritize jobs to meet schedule demands
• Previous chemistry experience helpful
• Ability to distinguish colors required
• Knowledge of metric weights and measures required
  
  
  

Experience Required:

• 3 years experience in a laboratory or manufacturing cosmetics/personal care products preferred.
  
  
  

Skills/Abilities:

• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Team worker