Coty

Sr. Industrial Chemist

Coty • $80K — $110K *
Cockeysville, MD 21030In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • 3-7+ years in manufacturing, process engineering, or industrial chemistry (CPG, cosmetics, pharma preferred)
  • Hands-on experience in production troubleshooting
  • Experience with process optimization and cost-saving initiatives
  • Practical skills in analytical testing and instrumentation methods
  • Ability to interpret data for quality validation and process improvement
  • Familiarity with technical documentation and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary liaison between Industrial Chemistry Organization and various business groups
  • Learn and implement new technologies to enhance startup activities and troubleshooting
  • Develop and refine CQV processes and Statistical Process Control systems
  • Network with internal and external resources for effective benchmarking
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain and R&D for initiative and cost savings
  • Lead projects focused on improvements in raw material and process costs
  • Oversee technology transfers into the Hunt Valley plant
  • Manage safety or quality responsibilities for the organization
  • Industrialize specifications for the Hunt Valley plant
  • Provide technical guidance for production-related documentation and issues
  • Offer coaching and support on legacy product technology startups

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with generous employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Opportunity to work in a diverse and engaging team environment
Full Job Description
SENIOR INDUSTRIAL CHEMIST

HUNT VALLEY, MD

RESPONSIBILITIES

Your main focus:

  • Acts as interface for the Hunt Valley Industrial Chemistry Organization between PS, R&D and Initiatives groups and if needed may consult with other factories
  • Is responsible for learning and understanding new technology to support start up activities of the initiative team and to enable troubleshooting and optimization for the technology after start up (scale up, shade confirmation, etc.)
  • Has responsibility for further development or improvement of CQV processes, Centerline and Statistical Process Control systems in Hunt Valley (for base business, initiatives and plant transfers)
  • Networks with internal and external resources (i.e. Coty corporate or suppliers) to ensure good communication and make the best of benchmarking and re-application
  • Works closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Raw Material Optimization Group and R&D partners on initiative, cost savings and processing development related matters
  • Is responsible for IC lead improvement projects including raw material and process cost savings in Hunt Valley
  • Responsibilities for executing with excellence any transfer of technologies between plants into Hunt Valley as needed
  • Responsibility for an organizational area (i.e. Safety or Quality) for the group
  • Responsibility for specification industrialization into the Hunt Valley plant
  • Product and process technical resource AND Quality Assurance resource for the Hunt Valley plant, responsible for providing technical input, guidance and approval, as required (i.e. Making Instructions, Experimental Orders, Batch Production Records, Quality Investigations, Standard Operating Procedures, Rework Procedures, etc)
  • Provide coaching and consultation with troubleshooting of legacy CoverGirl and Max Factor technology start-ups at other factories


QUALIFICATIONS

We'd love to see candidates who have:

Essential:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3-7+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, industrial chemistry, or a related environment (CPG, cosmetics, pharma, or similar preferred)
  • Hands-on experience supporting production environments and troubleshooting process/quality issues
  • Experience with process improvement, optimization, and cost-saving initiatives
  • Practical experience with analytical testing methods used in manufacturing environments
  • Hands-on experience with techniques such as: Viscosity testing, pH measurement and adjustment, HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) or similar analytical instrumentation, Wet chemistry techniques (titration, stability testing, etc.)
  • Ability to interpret analytical data to troubleshoot production issues, validate quality, and support process improvements
  • Understanding of how analytical results impact product performance, stability, and specifications
  • Familiarity with raw materials, formulations, and supplier qualification processes
  • Experience working with technical documentation (SOPs, batch records, investigations, etc.)
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations teams
  • Experience partnering with external suppliers or vendors
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights


OUR BENEFITS

As our Senior Industrial Chemist, this is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You'll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

Featured Benefits:
  • Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k) with generous employer match; paid time off; Parental leave; *Benefits and compensation program descriptions are general in nature and may be subject to change; specific benefits eligibility and details will be provided in offer materials.


RECRUITMENT PROCESS
  1. Our recruiter will contact you.
  2. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.
  3. A first online/in-person interview
  4. A second interview
  5. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.


Country/Region: US

City: Hunt Valley

About Coty

Coty is a global beauty company that specializes in fragrances, cosmetics, and skin care products. The company has a portfolio of well-known brands, including Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, and CoverGirl. Coty is committed to creating innovative products that meet the needs of its customers. The company has a strong presence in the United States and Europe, and is expanding its operations in Asia and Latin America. Coty is dedicated to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also committed to supporting local communities and has established a number of charitable programs.
Learn more about Coty
Size
11,430 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
-$1 billion
Founded
1904
5 Year Trend
-7.1%
Revenue
$4.6 billion
NASDAQ
COTY
* Ladders Estimates

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