MFG - Compounder I - 1st

Type of Employment: Full-Time

Shift: 1st shift - 6:50am-3:00pm

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Be a key part of the magic behind world-class makeup! Schwan Cosmetics USA is looking for a skilled Cosmetic Compounder to join our production team.

In this role, you will be responsible for mixing and blending unique cosmetic raw materials using advanced Symex mixers and specialized compounding equipment. You will combine chemistry and craftsmanship—matching exact color shades, perfecting formula textures, and ensuring every batch meets high client standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• 30% | Symex Mixer Operation: Primary responsibility for operating and troubleshooting Symex mixers to blend raw materials into precise cosmetic colors and formulations.

• 20% | Quality Control & Shade Matching: Perform quality checks, shade matching, and formula adjustments. Run solvent checks in the SSC program with pre-determined adjustments to ensure exact client specifications.

• 15% | Leadership & Training: Train and guide other compounders on equipment operation and shade matching. Learn SAP functions to serve as a backup Team Leader.

• 10% | Material Staging & Inventory: Locate, pre-weigh, and control raw materials to optimize line efficiency and supply bulk materials to filling lines on schedule.

• 10% | cGMP & Equipment Care: Clean and sanitize equipment per cGMP guidelines to maintain strict quality, hygiene, and safety standards.

• 10% | Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in housekeeping, safety committees, and process improvement projects.

• 5% | Operations Support: Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Color Vision: Must pass a Hue Color Test. (Critical for shade matching and color accuracy).

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required (or equivalent experience). Some college coursework in Chemistry, Biology, or relevant science/engineering fields preferred.

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience as a Compounder II (or equivalent experience in batch processing with similar reaction vessels).

• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate math skills required (ratios, normalization, basic algebra, and unit conversions).

• Technical Skills: Basic PC skills, mechanical aptitude, knowledge of raw material properties, and ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.

• Competencies: Strong attention to detail, proactive decision-making, collaboration, organization, and emerging leadership skills.