HCP Wellness is one of India’s premier cosmetic manufacturing companies.

Brief of Job: As a Senior R&D Chemist person are responsible for formulation of products and do research and analysis to support manufacturing operations, product and process development and also work closely with their marketing QA/QC teams to provide support to customers on technical and quality related issues.

What We Can Offer You:
A young and fast-growing company with a healthy work-life balance, Great culture based on the following core values.
1. Courage
2. Transparency
3. Ownership
4. Commitment
5. Celebration
6. Recognition

Top things you will do in your role:
* Excellent knowledge of products Manufacturing of personal care, Skincare, Cream, Shampoo, Hair Oil, Conditioner, Face Wash, Body Wash, Body Lotion and Foot Care Etc.

* Manage all R and D, Formulation of cosmetics products, Production and manufacturing activities Lay down procedure to implement GMP & GLP norms and ensure documentation & compliance

* Define AQL for incoming raw material and components

* Develop vendor base to meet cost, quality (manufacturing and product), and innovation requirements

* Development of new formulation as per the business demand

* To be involved in all aspects of product formulation from the initial brief to final sign-off and overseeing the manufacture of pilot batches and full-scale production.

* Create methods of sampling, prepare format and forms to analyse, report & record

Information/data
* GRN clearance.
* Check & verify work orders by production & take action in case of discrepancy.
* Preparation of documents & Registration of product, label compliance with

Regulatory Authorities: local & overseas

Qualifications and Skills:
* Bachelor Degree in Science or higher; ideally chemistry background or related
* Successful and progressive research and product development experience in cosmetics, personal care, toiletries, industry
* Ability to work independently and exercise creativity
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong organizational and leadership skills
* Must have an understanding of the latest ingredients available.

Documentation to be fulfilled as required
* 8+ years of lead-formulating experience in cosmetic/personal care
* Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the sciences or cosmetic division.
* In order to succeed in this role, it’s key to have a passion for high performance, agility, and consumer love.
* The candidate should be able to prioritize complex workloads, ability to work across multiple time zones, and self-motivate.
* Must be able to easily adapt to priority changes and able to work on simultaneous projects to meet established deadlines
* Ability to work collaboratively and be self-driven for success
* Experience managing teams
* Knowledge of global cosmetic regulations and understanding of regulatory monographs and standards.
* Understanding of Packaging Compatibility and how it relates to products.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of cosmetic/personal care raw materials, functionality, and interactions.
* Understanding of emulsion and surfactant technology as well as general formulation techniques.
* Attention to accuracy and detail
* Working knowledge of aseptic techniques
* Prioritization and multitasking abilities
* Good organizational skills
* Must know good lab practices. R&D Formulation of Finished Product is a must know.
* He or she should be experienced to develop new formulation, R&D, and production

Planning for Herbal Cosmetic products in different categories like:
Lotions, Masks, Hair colors, Color Cosmetics, Hair oils, Shampoos, Conditioners and makeup preparations.

Industry: Beauty, Skin Care Cosmetics, Colour Cosmetics, Personal Care, Home Care, Health Care

Work Location: Ahmedabad