Principal Process Chemist
CPL
Wicklow
A Global cosmetics company based in Bray, Wicklow is now looking for aPrincipalProcessChemistto further strengthen their team. You will work as part of the Process Technology Development team with a focus on industrialising primarily their premium skincare products. You will actively manage the scale-up (via pilot plant) and industrialisation of a portfolio of products within the NPD pipeline. You will work closely with key stakeholders, including global manufacturing sites, to influence the product design and create a robust processing solution so that right first-time manufacture is achieved. You will need to apply sound chemical and physical reasoning to understand and resolve scale-up issues with various products. Outside of NPD work you will be responsible for supporting new technology developments within certain manufacturing sites. You will deliver new processing and analytical technologies to the group via individual research projects. You will be a technical leader within the organisation delivering results with Togetherness, Spirit and Passion! What we are looking for: Skills and Knowledge. Experience with scale up/piloting and finished good manufacturing. Experience of product development processes e.g. stage and gate. A thorough understanding of mixing technology. An understanding and hands-on ability to develop analytical test methods in collaboration with existing in-house personnel. Experience with problem solving using statistical analysis, DoE and other tools. Willingness to travel. Education and Qualifications: Educated to degree level in Science or Engineering. Ideally holds MS or PhD in a relevant discipline. At least 5 years relevant experience in a manufacturing or research environment. Experience in some or all of the following areas: emulsions, detergents, gels, fragrances or colour cosmetics products development. Knowledge of piloting and scale up best practice during product development. For more information please contact Libby Ryan on 019476269 or libby.ryan@cpl.ie. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.
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