Production Chemist

The Production Chemist will be responsible for overseeing, executing, and maintaining the production of cosmetic products including creams, lotions, serums, shampoos, and other personal care items in accordance with regulatory, quality, and safety standards. This role requires hands-on formulation experience and a deep understanding of cosmetic manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and monitor batch production as per SOPs and BMR/BPR documents.
• Handle compounding, mixing, emulsifying, and blending of cosmetic formulations.
• Ensure proper weighing and measurement of raw materials.
• Monitor production parameters such as temperature, pH, mixing speed, and viscosity.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and cosmetic safety regulations.
• Coordinate with QC for in-process testing and validation.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness of the manufacturing area.
• Troubleshoot any deviations or abnormalities in batch production.
• Maintain documentation for daily production logs, yield, and wastage.
• Supervise semi-skilled staff/labor and ensure target completion.
• Support scale-up activities from pilot to commercial batches.
• Assist in equipment cleaning validation and area sanitization.
• Qualifications:
• Education: B.Sc / M.Sc in Chemistry, B.Pharm, or Diploma in Cosmetics Technology
• Experience: 1–3 years in cosmetic or personal care product manufacturing Required Skills:
• Knowledge of cosmetic raw materials (emollients, surfactants, emulsifiers, preservatives, fragrances)
• Basic understanding of formulation science and skin compatibility
• Ability to work with mixers, homogenizers, and vacuum vessels
• Knowledge of SOPs, GMP, and cosmetic safety standards
• Strong documentation and observation skills
• Team player with good communication

Preferred Experience (Optional):

• Ayurvedic or Herbal cosmetic production
• Handling batch sizes from 10 kg to 500 kg
• Experience with label compliance, and MSDS documentation

Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹30,000/month (Negotiable based on experience)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹8,709.19 - ₹36,944.25 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 06/07/2025