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R&D Laboratory Technician
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Elevation Labs .
About Us: Elevation Labs is a leading manufacturer of quality skincare and cosmetic products. Since 1995, we have grown to over 400 full‑time employees, providing a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, innovation, and high standards of integrity. Our team of passionate members strives to create phenomenal customer experiences through highly engaged, empowered colleagues. We support STEM education, volunteer initiatives, and various community charities. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, holidays, maternity leave, 401(k) with company match, bonuses, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.
Job Summary Responsible for assisting in the R&D process for cosmetic and personal care products. The role includes preparing samples, maintaining detailed testing records, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Record equipment temperatures and calibrate equipment as needed and specified.
Evaluate preliminary stability samples for pH, viscosity, color, odor, and appearance and determine test results.
Evaluate package compatibility samples for color, odor, appearance, and weight loss and determine test results.
Evaluate customer product redirects and reformulations and adjust formulas accordingly in Product Vision.
Initiate and maintain Standard, Aged, Rejectable Specifications (STARS) for quality references.
Produce laboratory batch‑size formulas, divide the formulas into sample containers, and label the samples accordingly.
Coordinate with R&D and Account Management to pack and ship samples to customers as needed.
Pack and ship testing bulk to 3rd‑party testing labs.
Coordinate with 3rd‑party testing labs to obtain quotes, prepare documentation, submit samples, and receive results for testing bulk.
Maintain detailed records and track all testing submitted to 3rd‑party testing labs.
Prepare Qualitative Ingredient Listings, Formula Approval Forms, and Pricing Reports for sample submissions.
Maintain detailed, accurate, and organized formula documentation in product green folders and electronic folders.
Establish working relationships with raw material suppliers to source new materials and obtain pricing and regulatory documentation.
Catalog, restock, and relabel laboratory raw materials.
Attend raw material supplier meetings.
Actively participate in bi‑annual innovation program.
Catalog and restock laboratory packaging.
Catalog and stock R&D consumable supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed for this position.
Knowledge & Skills
Lab experience and/or chemistry background and schooling preferred.
Flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks in a short amount of time.
Ability to work and make decisions independently as well as in a team environment.
Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages).
Highly organized with a good attention to detail.
Education / Experience
High school diploma required.
BS in Chemistry or related sciences preferred.
1‑5 years of lab experience in cosmetic, food, pharma, or related industry.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Physical and Mental Demands
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around heavy machinery.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to work flexible hours and weekends as business needs require.
Regularly reach with hands and arms.
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must have a positive attitude.
Able to work with a variety of people inside and outside of the organization.
Communicate well with others.
Work Environment
Regularly required to work in areas where chemical materials are encountered.
Manufacturing setting with moving machinery.
Regularly required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
May involve exposure to shop environment including variable noise levels.
Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety.
Elevation Labs provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 per year.
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R&D Laboratory Technician
role at
Elevation Labs .
About Us: Elevation Labs is a leading manufacturer of quality skincare and cosmetic products. Since 1995, we have grown to over 400 full‑time employees, providing a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, innovation, and high standards of integrity. Our team of passionate members strives to create phenomenal customer experiences through highly engaged, empowered colleagues. We support STEM education, volunteer initiatives, and various community charities. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, holidays, maternity leave, 401(k) with company match, bonuses, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.
Job Summary Responsible for assisting in the R&D process for cosmetic and personal care products. The role includes preparing samples, maintaining detailed testing records, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Record equipment temperatures and calibrate equipment as needed and specified.
Evaluate preliminary stability samples for pH, viscosity, color, odor, and appearance and determine test results.
Evaluate package compatibility samples for color, odor, appearance, and weight loss and determine test results.
Evaluate customer product redirects and reformulations and adjust formulas accordingly in Product Vision.
Initiate and maintain Standard, Aged, Rejectable Specifications (STARS) for quality references.
Produce laboratory batch‑size formulas, divide the formulas into sample containers, and label the samples accordingly.
Coordinate with R&D and Account Management to pack and ship samples to customers as needed.
Pack and ship testing bulk to 3rd‑party testing labs.
Coordinate with 3rd‑party testing labs to obtain quotes, prepare documentation, submit samples, and receive results for testing bulk.
Maintain detailed records and track all testing submitted to 3rd‑party testing labs.
Prepare Qualitative Ingredient Listings, Formula Approval Forms, and Pricing Reports for sample submissions.
Maintain detailed, accurate, and organized formula documentation in product green folders and electronic folders.
Establish working relationships with raw material suppliers to source new materials and obtain pricing and regulatory documentation.
Catalog, restock, and relabel laboratory raw materials.
Attend raw material supplier meetings.
Actively participate in bi‑annual innovation program.
Catalog and restock laboratory packaging.
Catalog and stock R&D consumable supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed for this position.
Knowledge & Skills
Lab experience and/or chemistry background and schooling preferred.
Flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks in a short amount of time.
Ability to work and make decisions independently as well as in a team environment.
Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages).
Highly organized with a good attention to detail.
Education / Experience
High school diploma required.
BS in Chemistry or related sciences preferred.
1‑5 years of lab experience in cosmetic, food, pharma, or related industry.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Physical and Mental Demands
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around heavy machinery.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to work flexible hours and weekends as business needs require.
Regularly reach with hands and arms.
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must have a positive attitude.
Able to work with a variety of people inside and outside of the organization.
Communicate well with others.
Work Environment
Regularly required to work in areas where chemical materials are encountered.
Manufacturing setting with moving machinery.
Regularly required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
May involve exposure to shop environment including variable noise levels.
Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety.
Elevation Labs provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 per year.
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