Location: Stockport, grüum, Skin and Hair Care Manufacturer
Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
About the Company:
grüum is a dynamic and innovative manufacturer specialising in skin and hair care products. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers. Our new production facility in Stockport is at the heart of our operations.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Development Chemist to join our product development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality skincare, haircare, body care and home care formulations from initial concept through to launch. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a lab and manufacturing environment. You’ll use your initiative and work collaboratively with Quality, Production and suppliers to ensure projects move forward effectively and meet regulatory and commercial requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate new products and optimise existing ones across skincare, haircare, body care and home care.
- Scale up batches from laboratory size to full-scale production.
- Liaise with suppliers for samples of new raw materials and relevant documentation.
- Pack off products for testing, trials and small-scale production.
Testing and Analysis:
- Carry out a variety of tests to assess the quality, efficacy and stability of personal care and home care products using appropriate laboratory equipment.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures and results.
- Arrange external testing when required.
- Support blenders with the first manufacture of new products.
- Provide technical support when formulation or production challenges arise during scale-up and manufacture.
Quality Assurance:
- Maintain quality control measures to ensure the consistency and safety of our products.
- Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory submissions as needed.
- Compile INCI listings for labels.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Keep on top of raw material and consumable stock levels in the laboratory.
- Maintain a good standard of housekeeping to keep the laboratory clean and organised.
Requirements:
- BSc or equivalent in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Life Sciences or a related field.
- At least four years’ experience working in industry.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
- Flexibility: the ability to react and respond positively to changes in priority and workload.
- Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to liaise and work with personnel at all levels.
- Confident using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Claude or similar software.
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