Sr. Manager, Research & Development (R&D)
About The Position
The Sr. Manager, R&D develops color cosmetics and skin care formulas from product conception through final shipping, including formula development, stability and package compatibility testing, and pilot batches. The role writes manufacturing procedures and sets specifications for compounding and filling, and works with manufacturing to transfer new or modified formulas from the laboratory into production. It also partners with marketing and Quality to meet product requirements and maintain and improve product quality. Reporting directly to the Sr. Director, R&D and Innovation, this position leads laboratory work and has direct reports. The Sr. Manager provides training, direction, guidance, and development opportunities to chemists, technicians, and interns; plans and monitors laboratory goals; and promotes process improvement and formula innovation. The role ensures adherence to GMPs and FDA requirements, reviews formulas and raw materials for international compliance, and stays current on ingredients and technologies. The position is based at Markwins Headquarters in City of Industry, California. The job listing states travel of up to 25%; the qualifications specify the ability to travel to Mexico up to 20% of the time. Working conditions are described as good, with the absence of disagreeable conditions. The stated salary range is $125,000–$145,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include employer-paid health benefits and a 401(k) match.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or another scientific discipline.
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
- At least 7 years of experience in color cosmetics formulation.
- Ability to travel to Mexico up to 20% of the time.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical documents.
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
- Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
- Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of SOP, GMP, and FDA regulations.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate laboratory work efforts and delegate assignments to chemists.
- Provide training, direction, and guidance to chemists, technicians, and interns, while encouraging their skill development and self-development.
- Anticipate issues, develop solutions, encourage process improvement, and promote formula innovation.
- Plan, implement, and monitor laboratory personnel goals.
- Develop color cosmetics and skin care formulas from conception through final shipping, including formula development, stability and package compatibility testing, and pilot batches.
- Ensure adherence to GMPs and FDA requirements.
- Partner with marketing managers on new product development and solutions that meet product requirements.
- Work with manufacturing to transfer new or modified formulas from the laboratory to production, including writing manufacturing procedures and setting specifications.
- Supervise stability and compatibility tests for new formulas.
- Work with the Quality group to maintain and improve product quality.
- Create ingredient lists according to FDA and INCI guidelines.
- Review formulas and raw materials for compliance with international guidelines.
- Stay current with new ingredients and technologies and recommend materials and techniques to upper management.
- Perform other duties as needed and directed by management.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Employer-paid health benefits.
- 401(k) match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
