Sr. Industrial Chemist

Coty•Miami, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re COTY, a global leader in beauty. We believe in beauty with a purpose and brands that inspire, no matter where they are in the world. As our Senior Industrial Chemist, this is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
3–7+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, industrial chemistry, or a related environment (CPG, cosmetics, pharma, or similar preferred)
Hands-on experience supporting production environments and troubleshooting process/quality issues
Experience with process improvement, optimization, and cost-saving initiatives
Practical experience with analytical testing methods used in manufacturing environments
Hands-on experience with techniques such as: Viscosity testing, pH measurement and adjustment, HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) or similar analytical instrumentation, Wet chemistry techniques (titration, stability testing, etc.)
Ability to interpret analytical data to troubleshoot production issues, validate quality, and support process improvements
Understanding of how analytical results impact product performance, stability, and specifications
Familiarity with raw materials, formulations, and supplier qualification processes
Experience working with technical documentation (SOPs, batch records, investigations, etc.)
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations teams
Experience partnering with external suppliers or vendors
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights

Responsibilities

Acts as interface for the Hunt Valley Industrial Chemistry Organization between PS, R&D and Initiatives groups and if needed may consult with other factories
Is responsible for learning and understanding new technology to support start up activities of the initiative team and to enable troubleshooting and optimization for the technology after start up (scale up, shade confirmation, etc.)
Has responsibility for further development or improvement of CQV processes, Centerline and Statistical Process Control systems in Hunt Valley (for base business, initiatives and plant transfers)
Networks with internal and external resources (i.e. Coty corporate or suppliers) to ensure good communication and make the best of benchmarking and re-application
Works closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Raw Material Optimization Group and R&D partners on initiative, cost savings and processing development related matters
Is responsible for IC lead improvement projects including raw material and process cost savings in Hunt Valley
Responsibilities for executing with excellence any transfer of technologies between plants into Hunt Valley as needed
Responsibility for an organizational area (i.e. Safety or Quality) for the group
Responsibility for specification industrialization into the Hunt Valley plant
Product and process technical resource AND Quality Assurance resource for the Hunt Valley plant, responsible for providing technical input, guidance and approval, as required (i.e. Making Instructions, Experimental Orders, Batch Production Records, Quality Investigations, Standard Operating Procedures, Rework Procedures, etc.)
Provide coaching and consultation with troubleshooting of legacy CoverGirl and Max Factor technology start-ups at other factories