Quality Control Chemist

Job Title: Quality Chemist – Color Cosmetics

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Chemist specializing in color cosmetics to ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance across all stages of manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in testing and evaluating products such as lipsticks, foundations, and other color cosmetic formulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Quality Testing

• Perform comprehensive quality testing of color cosmetic products including lipsticks, foundations, mascaras, and pressed powders
• Evaluate physical, chemical, and sensory properties to ensure product consistency and performance

2. Stability Testing

• Conduct stability studies including:
• Thermal stability
• UV exposure testing
• Accelerated aging studies
• Analyze results to predict product shelf life and recommend formulation or packaging improvements

3. Pigment Dispersion & Color Matching

• Assess and optimize pigment dispersion for uniformity and performance
• Perform color matching and shade development using spectrophotometry techniques
• Ensure batch-to-batch color consistency

4. Analytical Testing

• Conduct routine and advanced testing including:
• Viscosity measurement
• pH analysis
• Emulsion stability evaluation
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments

5. Batch Release & Troubleshooting

• Perform batch release testing in accordance with internal specifications and quality standards
• Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and implement corrective actions
• Support production teams in troubleshooting formulation or processing issues

6. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with international cosmetic regulations including EU and FDA standards
• Maintain proper documentation aligned with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Assist in audits and regulatory inspections

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field
• Proven experience in color cosmetics quality control/assurance
• Strong knowledge of emulsions, pigments, and formulation science

Key Skills

• Expertise in spectrophotometry and color science
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory guidelines
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience in a color cosmetics manufacturing environment
• Exposure to new product development (NPD) support
• Knowledge of raw material specifications and supplier quality evaluation