About Us:

At HCP Wellness Private Limited, we’re passionate about creating high-quality, innovative skin care, cosmetics, and oral care products that empower our private-label partners to shine in the market. Our culture thrives on collaboration, creativity, and a relentless commitment to excellence. We’re looking for an Assistant Manager – R&D Formulation to join our team, someone who shares our dedication to crafting exceptional products while fostering a positive, solution-driven environment.

Job Overview

As the Assistant Manager – R&D Formulation, you’ll play a key role in driving the development and refinement of cutting-edge formulations for our skin care, cosmetics, and oral care product lines. You’ll work closely with the R&D team, cross-functional departments, and external partners to bring innovative, safe, and market-ready products to life. This role combines hands-on formulation expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring projects align with timelines, quality standards, and our company’s vision.

Key Responsibilities

✔Lead the formulation development process for skin care, cosmetics, and oral care products, from concept to commercialization.
✔Conduct research to identify new ingredients, technologies, and trends that enhance product performance and appeal.
✔Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and marketing teams to ensure formulations meet regulatory, safety, and customer requirements.
✔Oversee product stability testing, troubleshoot formulation challenges, and optimize recipes for scalability.
✔Manage and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
✔Maintain detailed documentation of formulations, processes, and trials for compliance and future reference.
✔Support private-label clients by customizing formulations to meet their unique brand needs.

Qualifications

Hard Skills:

✔Proficiency in formulating skin care (e.g., creams, serums, masks), cosmetics (e.g., foundations, lipsticks), and oral care products (e.g., toothpaste, mouthwash).
✔Strong knowledge of raw materials, emulsification techniques, and cosmetic chemistry principles.
✔Experience with laboratory equipment (e.g., mixers, pH meters, viscometers) and stability testing protocols.
✔Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, EU Cosmetics Regulation, GMP).
✔Competence in project management tools and documentation software (e.g., MS Office, formulation databases).

Soft Skills:

✔Creative problem-solving and a keen eye for detail.
✔Excellent communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams and clients.
✔Leadership ability to guide and inspire a small team.
✔Adaptability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
✔A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a passion for wellness and beauty.

Education/Certifications:

✔Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
✔Certification in cosmetic formulation or regulatory affairs (e.g., Society of Cosmetic Chemists courses) is a plus.

Preferred Experience:

✔4-6 years of hands-on experience in R&D formulation, ideally within the skin care, cosmetics, or oral care industries.
✔Proven track record of successfully launching private-label products from concept to market.
✔Experience working in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on scalability and quality control.

Why Join HCP Wellness Private Limited?

Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and customer satisfaction. At HCP Wellness, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of private-label wellness products while growing your career in a supportive, dynamic workplace.

Experienced professionals from companies like Nivea, Colgate, and P&G can apply.

📍 Location Advantage: Our Bavla plant is easily accessible from Changodar, Moraiya, Sarkhej, Bhayla, Sanand GIDC, and Ahmedabad, making it a great opportunity for candidates from nearby industrial areas.