Jr. R&I Chemist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Crystal Claire Cosmetics Inc. has inspired the industry with its award-winning cosmetics services since 2004. We embrace research and innovation – ceaselessly bringing advanced cosmeceutical technologies and ingredients into our creation.

At Crystal Claire Cosmetics Inc., we take pride in our innovation, expertise, and excellence in creating the finest cosmetic formulas and packaging solutions for our clients. We partner with the world’s top leading cosmetics companies in providing full integrated turnkey solutions. We value and respect individuality and personal initiative where all employees can develop, grow, and achieve their career goals.

Join us, and be the sparkle of our team!

Job Title: Jr. R&I Chemist

Department: Research & Innovation

Wage Category: Annual Salary with Benefits

Report to: R&I Group Leader, Director of R&I

Location: 165 Milner Ave, Scarborough, ON M1S 4G7

Shift: 2nd Shift (from 4:00PM to 00:30AM)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist R&D Batch team in daily tasks including working with production, compounding, and other laboratory responsibilities

• Work with formulators for line trial/pilot batches to trouble shoot and adjust formula

• Ability to safely utilize basic lab equipment and chemicals

• Capability of comprehending and preparing formulations for submissions

• Ability to work independently while time-managing multiple batches

• Ability to implement what they learn into developing improved formulas, products, and/or processes

• Document all activities in a log book for internal record and external audit purposes

• Ability to efficiently and accurately work in a fast-paced environment

• Work directly with Compounding and Production team to ensure products manufactured meet standard

• Conduct all required performance and tests, interprets, records and reports results

• Interface with Production, Compounding, QA, Purchasing and Sales & Marketing as required

• Assist the R&D team with resolving routine customer and production problems

• Assist senior lab personnel as necessary

• Execute special projects as assigned

• Consistently maintain a safe and GMP working environment while following company policies and SOPs; and ensuring the company’s safety and quality needs are met

• Work on Afternoon shift & Saturday shift if required or permanently

Qualifications:

• 4 years Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from a recognized University or equivalent preferred

• 1-3 years’ experience in a related manufacturing environment preferred

• Self-starter, self-motivated with proactive, and process ownership focus

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong interpersonal & problem-solving skills and commitment to providing a high standard of quality work

• Ability to make and meet commitments/deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Consideration will be given for color matching experience in color cosmetics in lieu of education

We care for our employees:

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)

• On-site free parking

• On-site gym

• Employee Health Benefits

• Corporate Discount Program

• Group Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (GRSP/DPSP)

Please note: Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our careers page at https://www.crystalclaire.com/careers/. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted, and applicants who do not receive a response within a reasonable timeframe may assume their application was unsuccessful. For inquiries, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@crystalclaire.com. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Crystal Claire Cosmetics Inc. and look forward to the opportunity of welcoming dedicated talent to our team.

For more information, please visit our careers page or follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/crystal-claire-cosmetics-inc/.

Crystal Claire Cosmetics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities during all stages of the recruitment process.