R&D Chemist Ii

Company Description
Laclede Inc. is a leading contract manufacturer of private label and custom formulations, based in Southern California. For more than 25 years, Laclede has produced products for clients ranging from Fortune 500 CPG corporations and up-and-coming entrepreneurs to the leading retailers all over the globe. Laclede provides total turnkey service for both the human and pet markets. Our research has produced the global leaders in teeth whitening gel and dry mouth products, among other premier offerings.
Position Summary
Laclede Inc., a California-based health care products manufacturer is looking for an experienced Chemist II to join our Product Development team. This is a Full-Time position and will be responsible for assisting with new product formulation and innovation of existing product for consumer/OTC health care and animal products. This pharmaceutical professional will also ensure compliance with the FDA and other agencies.
What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist in Development and creation of innovative products to expand the R&D formulation library and enhance customer's presentations.
• Responsible for the growth and development, through new product development.
• Responsible for all steps of formula development from stability to full production scale up and to meet FDA guidelines.
• Develop new innovative marketable products. Revise/reformulate existing formulas and break down/ reverse engineer competitive products.
• Create R&D samples as requested by the customer.
• Research of raw materials and vendor management during development.
• Stability testing/evaluation and safety testing on new formulations.
• Manage the development of multiple products simultaneously and be comfortable in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
• Helps monitor pilots and support scale up batches.
• Research and initiate R&D cost savings.
• Perform special projects as required and independent research.
• Help prepare new raw material package including SDS, CofA, specification, etc.
• Participate in pilot lot preparation, data recording, bulk formulations, and GMP applications.
• Assure ingredient lists of final products compliance with domestic and international cosmetics and OTC regulations.

What You'll Need:

• B.S in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related Discipline.
• 5 years of experience as an R&D or Formulation Chemist, working in an FDA/GMP production environment preferred.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations as they apply to consumer/OTC health care products.
• Excellent communication and recording skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• An understand of organic, inorganic, physical or biochemistry
• Familiarity with common lab equipment.
• Full knowledge of hazardous material disposal laws.
• Ability to work safely around hazardous materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What We Offer:

• Hourly rate starting at $22 - $35 based on experience including annual bonus
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Paid Time-Off
• 401k

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