chemist

ASHFORD
ROTATING DAY SHIFTS; 6-2 AND 2-10 PLUS SHIFT ALLOWANCE ON TOP OF BASIC

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Our purpose is to celebrate and liberate the diversity of beauty. We challenge convention through invention, expanding our horizons to enrich your reality with possibility. We build brands to inspire and enable our consumers to experience the confidence and joy of expressing their beauty, their way.

This role will be responsible for the Industrialization of new processes and new formulae from the Research & Development laboratory and Process development plant into the factory environment.

BENEFITS ON OFFER:
Private medical insurance (taxable benefit) Cycle to work scheme Life Insurance Critical illness insurance Staff shop (up to 75% off RRP) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus a day off for your birthday Enhanced maternity (6 months) and paternity pay (4 weeks) Life event leave (3 days per year for significant events- marriage/ moving house etc)

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Support the manufacture of assigned Pilot Batches and conducting of filling trials, providing detailed reports and samples for relevant testing.
Conduct COSHH, RA and FMEA for new formula/products from conception to industrial pilots.
Partner with key functions –Process development and Manufacturing to continuously improve manufacturing methods.
Colour match lab batches, pilot bulk and support the factory in matching Production batches.
Manage and communicate NPD projects ensuring adherence to CPS.
To develop, agree and issue line running criteria for production of finished goods.
To be aligned with GLP, GMP and H&S and ensure they work within these guidelines
Report on root cause Investigation and problem solving when non-conformance or deviation to standards arise ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
Data collection for KPI’s driving and communicating improvement plans.
Support Engineering, Manufacturing and Production during FAT and SAT for new equipment.

COTY IDEAL FIT

Experience in related industry – FMCG, Production, Pharmaceutical, Paint, Food. Degree/Diploma in cosmetic science preferred.
Has good knowledge of a wide range of formulation types, wax based, powder based and emulsion technology and knowledge of wide range of manufacturing vessels and production lines.
Experience in shade matching is required, as is a strong level of attention to detail.
Competent user of IT Systems – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and similar.
Understanding of SPC (statistical process control).
Thrive on challenge and able to maintain a healthy attitude under pressure.
Has the ability to manage multiple projects, focusing on priorities in a fast paced changing environment.
Flexible, has ability to multi-task and able to work in a fast paced environment.
Committed to continuous improvement and learning Innovative and creative thinker

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Conditions of employment are in accordance with Coty’s policies.
Applicants will require the following: Eligibility to work in the UK (sponsorship will not be provided) Satisfactory references

ABOUT US

Coty’s purpose is to celebrate and liberate the diversity of our consumers’ beauty. Aligned to this is our mission – to strive over time to become the global industry leader by being the clear challenger in beauty, delighting consumers and creating long term shareholder value.

We are one of the world’s largest beauty companies with approximately $9 billion in revenue, and our strong entrepreneurial heritage has created an iconic portfolio of leading beauty brands.

As the global leader in fragrance, a strong number two in professional salon hair color & styling, and number three in color cosmetics, we operate across three divisions: Coty Consumer Beauty: focused on color cosmetics, retail hair coloring and styling products, body care and mass fragrances sold primarily in the mass retail channels with brands such as COVERGIRL, Max Factor and Rimmel Coty Luxury: focused on prestige fragrances and skincare with brands such as Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Hugo Boss, Gucci and philosophy Coty Professional Beauty: focused on servicing salon owners and professionals in both hair and nail with brands such as Wella Professionals, Sebastian Professional, OPI and ghd

Coty is a truly global player with over 20,000 employees, operations in more than 40 countries in Asia, Latin America, Australia, Middle East and Africa, as well as Europe and North America and products sold in over 130 countries and territories. Our headquarters are in London, New York, Geneva and Paris.