Jr. R&d Chemist - Mississauga, Canada - International Custom Pak Inc

Description

International Custom Pak is a Canadian contract and private label manufacturer of customized health & beauty and personal care products.

We are growing our team and looking for a creative, curious-minded, and self-motivated junior chemist who can assist with the research & development of cosmetic-grade formulations.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing formulations of various hair care and skin care formulations, and providing support for manufacturing scale-up.

• Develop clientspecific formulations and prepare client samples
• Provide suggestions for enhancement of existing formulations
• Maintain R & D logbook as well as sampletracking logs
• Liaise with clients to obtain sample and formulation approvals
• Assist with preparation of master manufacturing documents for scaleup
• Establish analytical test methods and product specifications
• Create MSDS
• Liaise with new or existing suppliers for raw material samples and formulation troubleshooting
• Provide suggestions for formulation or manufacturing process improvements
• Maintain awareness of costs, efficiencies, and scaleup feasibility
• Provide additional lab support as required (QC/QA)
• Identify opportunities for process and lab operation improvements
• Assist with testing & release of manufactured batches as required

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or other suitable scientific discipline
• Similar experience in cosmetic or pharmaceutical industry is preferred
• Eperience in a manufacturing or process costing environment is a strong asset
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Ability to work independently within a team environment
• Proven ability to multitask priorities in a fastpaced and growing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on effective written and oral communication

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Onsite parking

• French not required

• Monday to Friday