Salary: CAD $80-100,000 + relocation support
Are you a Development Chemist or Formulator with Mascara experience and ideas?
Are you ready for the next big step in your career and location?
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to join a global leader in cosmetic product development and manufacturing, in vibrant Toronto. As Senior Formulator for the Mascara category, you will bring your technical expertise and creativity to multiple formulation development projects.
Key Responsibilities
– Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies, raw materials, and formulas across the Mascara category, plus eye liner and brow products
– Re-engineer benchmarks and design new chassis formulas, identifying product and process innovations
– Collaborate with raw material suppliers on new applications and innovations
– Optimise the raw material portfolio for cost-effectiveness and efficiency
– Ensure compliance with regulations, specifications, and feasibility
– Work closely with cross-functional teams, actively participating in client visits, risk assessments, and new product launch meetings
– Support technical development of internal talent, providing guidance and training
Candidate Requirements
– Science degree, preferably Chemistry, plus significant Mascara formulation experience
– Technical knowledge of raw material functions and applications
– Expertise in processing technologies, testing and analytical instruments
– Proficient in NPD, performance evaluation, market trends, manufacturing, quality, GMP/GLP, and 5S
– Excellent organisational, problem-solving and teamwork skills
– Strong leadership abilities and experience in coaching junior staff
