Analytical Chemist

Who We Are For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beautyin terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity, and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity. Job Title Analytical Chemist Division Franklin Manufacturing – LDB Location Franklin, NJ Reports To Manager – Laboratories Who We Are For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beautyin terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity, and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity. At L’Oréal Active Cosmetics, our mission is to help everyone in their quest for healthy and beautiful skin. Our division is the world leader in dermo-cosmetics by adding health to beauty. Our brands portfolio includes CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, Vichy, SkinCeuticals offering a range of skincare and haircare products to respond to all expectations linked to beauty and health of the skin. Description Of The Position Support manufacturing activities by accurately performing analytical chemistry testing (primarily preservatives and active ingredients) in a fast-paced environment. Analyze test data and utilize professional judgment to decide on appropriate disposition of material based on specifications and organizational guidelines. Undertakes all required tests on relevant samples in accordance with L’Oréal specifications and test methods. Use DGO and FDA, as a guideline for daily tests and verification of test methods, conduct testing independently. Ensures relevant traceability paperwork is available and correct (ex. Lab notebooks, Certificate of Analysis, result reporting, etc.) Carries out relevant preparation, calibration, and validation on reagents and/or equipment where appropriate, and ability to calculate concentrations for standards and mobile phases Leads investigations related to out-of-specification results, communicates on control results and decisions to Laboratory Managers. Releases on appropriate Factory stock management system. May be involved in carrying out internal and external method transfer analysis. Manages vendors for laboratory equipment in accordance with L’Oreal safety and quality guidelines Required Qualifications What We Are Looking For BS degree in Chemistry or relevant science background 0-3 years' experience with HPLC / ICP-OES Sense of urgency in daily work and towards resolving issues. Conscientious, positive in attitude, self-motivated, reliable, and responsible. Good laboratory skills with demonstrated record of excellence in quantitative analysis. Ability to make decisions independently and assess when escalation is appropriate. Detail-oriented with a demonstrated proactive and analytical approach to problem solving. Excels at interpersonal communication and able to form effective relationships across departments. Experienced with Root Cause Analysis and ability to troubleshoot out-of-specification results. Ability to work independently and possesses leadership qualities. Knowledge of standard computer systems such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience using SAP desired. Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support/sponsorship offered for this role. Additional Benefits Information As Follows Salary Range: $65,400 - 91,500 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level) Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan) Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!) Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance) Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!) Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads) Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We would love to find out more about you as a candidate and 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 are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Our Safe Together Plan: Your safety is our highest priority. We will proceed with caution and adhere to enhanced protection standards to ensure our sites are safe for all employees. 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