L'Oreal USA, Chemical Engineer Demi-Grand

Job description

 

L'Oréal Research & Innovation might be exactly the place you have always been looking for !

For more than a hundred years, L’Oréal believes that beauty needs Science . In a world now transformed by digital technology and the emergence of new scientific Domains, we are confident in our ability to turn these opportunities into major innovations, closely linked to the new consumer expectations all over the world . Science & Technology are allowing us to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.
L’Oréal R&I has continuously invested upstream in its research with a high level of ambition. Our 3800 L'Oréal R&I people are talented and highly skilled, located in major markets, working in a cooperative way, opened to the world. 

In this role you will be working closely with all Research & Innovation (R&I) teams responsible for designing, validating and commercializing formulas for the Beauty industry. Hands on position to conduct and/or oversee the initial scale-up manufacturing of new formulations, conduct evaluation of batches using laboratory equipment, and assist in the development of processing. Execute the troubleshooting in production and joint batches project management with Demi Grand (DG) and Corporate Industrial Processing (CIQ). Manages process development projects in support of the R&I 360 vision and application domains for complexed formulas by proposing and executing winning processes that deliver stable and functional product as per the innovative vision of chemists. Actively participates in internal project teams focused on improvement of work flow, safety and efficiency. Works on multiple projects simultaneously with guidance from management as needed. The role involves significant amount of hands-on work in the DG production floor, occasionally in laboratories, pilot plant, or manufacturing plant environments. Combination of office, DG production floor, Pilot plant, and commercial production environments with the percentage of each varying with the requirements and stages of projects.

·  Manufactures initial scale-up batches of revised/new formulations, refining procedures based on guidelines from formulation Laboratories, Process Development and Processing staff.
·  Interface with all Research & Innovation (R&I) teams responsible for designing, validating and commercializing formulas for the Beauty industry to define and design processes for revised/new innovative products.
·  Evaluate batches against lab standards, specifications and make necessary adjustments as required. 
·  With guidance from management, manage process development for multiple projects simultaneously to define a winning scale up process for new, complex innovative formulas by delivering stable and functional products within outlined deadlines. 
·  Troubleshoot hard to industrialize product to successfully define winning process.
·  Practice good laboratory techniques in compliance with DGO guidelines and laboratory SOP’s.
·  Complete necessary records for all batches, clean and maintain equipment after use and maintain the cleanliness of the work area.
·  Suggest, help explore and support introduction and implementation of new processing and filling technologies to improve overall Demi Grand operations.
·  Provide technical assistance to Demi-Grand Processing Team on new technologies and equipment.
·  Contribute to department activity/project reports as required and otherwise present results to management and L’Oreal process community.
·  Participate in safety evaluations, assessments and initial start-up training of new equipment.
·  Assist management in running work flow and efficiency improvement projects.
·  Recommend improvements in procedures, methodology and techniques. 
·  Ability to use and maintain balances, thermometers, and other related laboratory instruments and to prepare samples and complete test procedures.
·  Performs other duties as required.

·  Bachelors in Chemical Engineering, 3+ years’ experience in cosmetic/personal care or related industry or Master’s a plus.
·  Experienced with the operation and cleaning of various types of manufacturing equipment.
·  Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures, familiarity with cGMP and FDA regulations a plus.
·  Strong organization skills to handle multiple projects with strict deadlines seeking direct guidance as needed.
·  Must possess ability to work well independently and interact effectively in a team environment.
·  Ability to think creatively to find new and unique solutions to complex problems.
·  Ability to make decisions independently.
·  Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills (English)
·  An ability to detect and evaluate difference in color and odor a plus.
·  Must be able to lift 35 lbs. (15.9 Kg) and be certified to wear respirator.
·  Must be authorized to work in the US

Work on fairly complex equipment under deadlines. Errors in work may cause business delays.

With guidance, manages a multiple project workload.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please emailUSApplicationAccommodation@support.lorealusa.com . Please note this email will only respond to specific requests for assistance completing the application as a request for accommodation for a disability. All others will not be considered.