Job Description: PPD Chemist
Location: Brixworth , Northampton.
Duration: Permanent
Salary : Competitive
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5pm
Benefits: 25 days holiday + BHS + Company pension + Private health care
The role is within a leading fragrance company, focused solely on developing fragrances for consumer products. The company values innovation, creativity, and diversity, offering career growth across various functions.
Job Purpose:
You will work in the R&D team, responsible for testing and evaluating fragrances in consumer products to ensure they meet quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct stability tests on fragrances and raw materials.
Maintain daily records of tests and enter data into internal systems.
Prepare product bases (up to 10kg) for testing.
Monitor stock of formulations and ingredients.
Develop new personal care formulas and update in-house libraries.
Perform various tests like UV, panel, and viscosity testing.
Prepare finished product samples.
Cover responsibilities during staff absences.
Skills and Qualifications:
Degree in Cosmetic Science or a Chemistry-related field.
At least 2 years of experience in an FMCG development lab.
Knowledge in personal care formulation is preferred.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and internal data systems.
Interest in the fragrance industry is advantageous.
This role provides an opportunity to contribute to fragrance development, combining scientific testing with creative formulation work.
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