What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research And Development Technician position at Arbonne?
Why Are You Here :
The R&D Technician will work in R&D lab supporting all activities but not limited to formulation and bench scale up testing. The R&D Technician will primarily be responsible for producing bench scale-up batches and the preparation of additional samples for product evaluation. This individual will also be working closely with the Technical Operation Team to investigate root cause of bench scale up and stability batch issues and optimize MWI (manufacturing work instructions) and specifications.
What You Will Be Doing :
- Prepare Formal stability batches and additional samples for testing / product evaluation
- Collaborate with formulators and prepare documents needed to transfer Formal stability batches to QC for testing
- Collaborate with Formulators and Engineer to investigate root cause of any discrepancies during bench scale up process and optimize MWI and specifications
- Perform simple reformulation under the supervision of formulators
- Read and understand formula processing instructions and raw material handling
- Design and perform experiments with moderate input from the manager.
- Perform formula confirmation on 3rd party formulation and site transfer products
- Conduct Daily Calibrations on all pH meters, ovens and refrigerator
- Help set up stability samples and conduct testing
- Perform other duties or projects assigned as necessary
- As an employee of a purpose-driven company you are required to establish a goal relative to social and environmental impact.
- Each employee is responsible for raising awareness of our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and should actively participate in activities and initiatives which are designed to have a positive impact on the environment and local communities.
What You Need :
The Arbonne Promise
As a company, Arbonne has been driving the healthy living movement forward for over 40 years, creating positive change within the health & wellness industry, within our customers’ and consultants’ lives, and for the environment. We began by leading the clean beauty movement in 1980 and have continued to evolve and lead as healthy and wellness has become an integral part of our everyday lives.
While some things change, our standards haven’t. Throughout the years, Arbonne has been committed to sustainability, and we consider people and the planet in every decision we make. Arbonne is proud to be a Certified B Corporation.
Our culture
We are a global family, united by a shared passion for excellence and a commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. We celebrate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a sense of ownership. We believe that by learning from each other, supporting each other, and working together towards our shared goals, we can achieve extraordinary things.
Join us on this journey of thriving together. Let's build a better future, for ourselves, for our planet, and for generations to come.
Arbonne International is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin / ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military / veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. At Arbonne International it’s about each person bringing passion and skills to a dynamic and inclusive workplace!
