Cosmetics Formulatory Technician

SUMMARY:
Our client, a trusted contract manufacturer known for their quality, creativity, and customer-centric approach are currently seeking a highly experienced Cosmetics Formulatory Technician to spearhead formulation development and innovation in their R&D department in Parow, Western Cape.

POSITION INFO:
Position: Cosmetics Formulatory Technician

Location: Parow, Western Cape

Minimum Qualifying Criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Experience: 5–10 years of hands-on experience in formulating personal care products (hair care, skin care, body care).
• Industry Exposure: Strong background in ISO/GMP-compliant environments. Experience with private label or contract manufacturing is highly desirable.

• Skilled in developing emulsions, gels, serums, lotions, sprays, and shampoos.
• Deep understanding of ingredient interaction and compatibility.
• Experience with natural/synthetic actives, preservatives, and emulsifiers.
• Supports scale-up and ensures batch reproducibility.

• Designs and interprets accelerated stability and packaging compatibility studies.
• Troubleshoots formulation stability and performance issues.

• Collaborates with production to scale lab formulas to manufacturing.
• Develops and reviews MBRs and SOPs.

• Familiar with INCI, SAHPRA, EU Cosmetic Regulations, and FDA standards.
• Experience preparing PIFs and SDS documentation.

• Oversees lab assistants, maintains equipment, inventory, and lab hygiene