Sr. Applications Lab Chemist (Formulations)

Title: Sr. Applications Lab Chemist (Formulations)

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Department: Application Lab

Description:

Kobo Products, Inc. located in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking an organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Senior Applications Lab Chemist to join our team.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioscience, or Biology required
• Strong experience working with colors required
• 5+ yrs. experience in formulating color cosmetics including lipsticks, foundation, pressed and loose powder; knowledge of skin care, sun care, and hair care products is a plus.
• Knowledge of cosmetic regulations and safety required
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication/presentation and multi-tasking skills required
• Excellent computer skills required
• Experience overseeing direct reports required
• Some domestic and international travel required to support tradeshows and customer visits (post ending of COVID safety restrictions)

Responsibilities Include:

• Help to develop new raw materials for unique products
• Train and assist technicians, chemists, and temporary personnel on formulating cosmetic products including all colored cosmetics, hair care, sun care and personal care as necessary.

COVID-19 considerations:

• The Company encourages all staff to maintain COVID vaccination status as part of a strong employee health and safety environment.

Salary starting from $85,000 annually

• Salary is negotiable based on applicable experience.

Additional benefits offered within first 12 months of employment:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Parental leave