Job Description Job Description
Summary:
Lead the formulation, innovation, and development of color cosmetics and skincare products for a Cosmetics manufacturing company. Oversee a team of chemists, and collaborate closely with Marketing from initial concept to launch to ensure feasibility, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Pay range: $130,000 - $139,000
The posted range is only one component of Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc. benefits package.
Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of color and skincare chemists and lab technicians
Oversee formulation of new color cosmetics and skincare products
Evaluate raw materials, trends, and new technologies to drive innovation
Manage multiple development projects, timelines, and budgets
Partner with Marketing and Operations to align product development with company goals
Guide scale-up processes and support Manufacturing during commercialization
Ensure compliance with FDA, OTC (as applicable), and international cosmetic regulations
Oversee stability testing, safety testing, and claims substantiation
Maintain detailed formulas, documentation, and project records
Manage lab operations, equipment, and inventory
Enforce lab safety protocols and best practices
Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of cosmetic formulation experience (color and skincare required)
Prior leadership or team management experience
Strong knowledge of Cosmetic ingredients, raw materials, and regulations
Excellent project management and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
Strong background in color cosmetics formulation
Experience in mid-sized cosmetics manufacturing
Experience with clean beauty or natural formulation a plus
Company Description Beauty is more than skin deep at Merle Norman Cosmetics. We develop, manufacture and distribute our own full line of innovative skin care, makeup and color cosmetics right here in Los Angeles. It's our mission to help people everywhere look and feel their very best. We achieve this by creating strong bonds between our employees, franchisees and customers. Together, we represent a brand of opportunity and personal expression. When you join Merle Norman, you join a family. Become part of something beautiful today. Company Description Beauty is more than skin deep at Merle Norman Cosmetics. We develop, manufacture and distribute our own full line of innovative skin care, makeup and color cosmetics right here in Los Angeles. It's our mission to help people everywhere look and feel their very best. We achieve this by creating strong bonds between our employees, franchisees and customers. Together, we represent a brand of opportunity and personal expression. When you join Merle Norman, you join a family. Become part of something beautiful today.
