Chemist

Garwolin Office (Avon Intl, Poland), PolandOn-SiteFull-timePosted 2w ago

Job description

You’ve picked a great time to join Avon. We’re the company that puts purpose, people and relationships at the heart of everything we do. The company that’s 135 years young and only just getting started. As part of the Regent LP family, we’re committed to being the best beauty company for the world by generating a positive environmental, economic and social impact for our communities across the globe.

Role Type

Permanent

What you'll be doing:

At Avon, we're passionate about creating high-quality beauty products that our customers can trust. As a Chemist in our Quality Assurance team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that cosmetic formulations meet the highest quality, safety, and production standards. Working closely with manufacturing, laboratory, and cross-functional teams, you'll help maintain product consistency, support continuous improvement, and contribute to the smooth operation of our production processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong scientific mindset who enjoys combining laboratory work, technical analysis, and collaboration to deliver exceptional products.

Key responsibilities:

Monitoring cosmetic formulation parameters to ensure compliance with established processing standards.
Approving formulations during production and making adjustments related to colour and physicochemical characteristics when required.
Conducting laboratory testing of cosmetic formulations and evaluating key quality parameters.
Assessing cosmetic raw materials, understanding their role within formulations, and keeping up to date with ingredient trends and innovations.
Maintaining accurate documentation and records using LIMS, MS Excel, E1, and MES systems.
Archiving raw material and formulation samples following laboratory testing activities.
Monitoring, reviewing, and updating standards for raw materials and cosmetic formulations.
Calibrating laboratory equipment and overseeing calibration and adjustment activities performed by external service providers.
Collaborating with manufacturing and other internal teams to support production processes and troubleshoot technical or quality-related issues.
Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives and promoting best laboratory practices.

What we're looking for:

Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
Previous experience in a quality assurance, quality control, laboratory, or manufacturing environment within the cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, chemical, or related industry.
Knowledge of cosmetic formulations, raw materials, and physicochemical testing methods.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
Experience working with laboratory equipment and calibration processes.
Familiarity with laboratory documentation and quality management systems, including LIMS.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence using operational and manufacturing systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across different teams.
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What we offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness resources and work-life balance support in line with your country practices and Avon purpose aiming to help you live a healthier life, protect you and your dear ones, and ensure you’re at your best.

At Avon, we believe beauty is for everyone and that it’s beautiful to be you. We celebrate our differences, champion self-expression and are committed to inclusion for all. We embrace diversity and individuality to build a culture that represents our communities and enables everyone to bring their best self to work. We also support reasonable adjustments both within our recruitment process and job design when required to empower you to work in a way that works for you.

Ready to be a part of it? Join us.
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Avon

Avon is a company focused on beauty products and empowering women. They are committed to generating a positive environmental, economic and social impact for their communities across the globe.

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Industry: Cosmetics
Founded: 1886
Open roles: 34