Quality Technician, Bulk Release

Benefit Cosmetics•San Francisco, CA

14d•$35 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

This role will be responsible for the quality control of all bulk production of Benefit products. They will receive product submissions from our suppliers, test per Benefit testing procedures, provide dispositions, and record all testing results. They will also be responsible to maintain all documents and systems associated with bulk release, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, and organize all master and sample retains in the lab.

Requirements

Demonstrated proficiency in conducting sensory and physical testing, including pH, viscosity, and specific gravity measurements.
Proven familiarity with laboratory equipment calibration, operation, and routine maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Cosmetics Science, or a related scientific field preferred. Associate's degree with relevant experience will be considered.
1-3 years prior experience and/or strong interest in working in a lab/test environment, strongly desired
Demonstrated experience with bulk product inspection and release processes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Receive, test, and evaluate incoming production samples
Establish new product masters as necessary per the master expiration dates
Develop, modify, and validate test methods as needed and communicate these to subcontractors when necessary.
Troubleshoot rework procedures with subcontractors to control out of specification results.
Collect retains samples, log test results, and request certificates of analysis for all batches received.
Retest expired bulk as needed
Maintain all testing data in the data management system and provide required data for quality KPIs
Analyze bulk release data to determine which formulas can be set for self-release by subcontractors
Assist Product Lab Manager with filling of samples for stability testing and perform stability testing