Lab Technician

Details:
L.J Gonzer Associates is looking for individuals to join our pool of qualified candidates for potential assignment as a Lab Technician with our client based in Congers, NY. You'll be working on different color cosmetic projects from batching formulas, to preparing samples and performing testing in a cosmetics manufacturing plant.

• Make daily lab batches as assigned by chemist or lab manager
• Assist the color chemist to perform shades counter-matching
• Prepare samples for submission to clients (lipsticks, pressed powders, lip-glosses)
• Perform paperwork for formula submissions and document specifications for various batches
• Perform testing on formulation (viscosity, volatiles, break points, drop tests, etc.)
• Maintain detailed, organized records in formulation and project management databases
• Collaborate with formulators and lab managers to ensure inventory of raw materials are replenished and maintained appropriately
• Assist the chemists in the development of new shades and formulations
• Participate actively to the organization of laboratory
• Keep track of all raw materials and organize them in the most efficient way
• Maintain and organize the color library

• Bachelor's Degree in any related science, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, etc.
• 1 year relevant work experience in a lab environment (ideally cosmetics)
• Color perception and color matching skills, formulation skills in all color cosmetics technologies, raw material knowledge (especially pigments), FDA guidelines
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to use a computer and enter data in the system
• Ability to record and document critical batch process documents
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Familiar with measurement scales, mixing, blending, chemical mills and other formulation manufacturing equipment
• Follow established formulas to create laboratory batches color cosmetics
• Observe, record, investigate, duplicate and validate successful procedures
• Perform calculations during shade matching under chemist supervision
• Prepare and maintain accurate technical data and required documentation