What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Technician - apply only if you have experience in cosmetics position at Formology lab?
Location: Chatsworth, CA
Company: Formology Lab
About Us: At Formology Lab, we are dedicated to innovation and excellence in the cosmetics industry. Our team of experts is committed to creating high-quality, science-based products that enhance beauty and wellness. We are looking for a QA technician to assist the QA team and lab.
Position Overview: We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Technician to support our quality assurance processes in a dynamic cosmetic manufacturing environment. The QA Technician will play a key role in ensuring that all raw materials, in-process batches, and finished products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role is hands-on and requires collaboration with production, R&D, and packaging teams to uphold product integrity and GMP compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine quality checks on bulk batches, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished goods
- Verify incoming raw materials and packaging components against specifications and COAs
- Quarantine or reject materials not meeting quality standards
- Maintain accurate and organized QA records (batch records, test logs, deviation reports, etc.)
- Support batch release process with thorough documentation review
- Ensure proper line clearance before and after production runs
- Monitor and enforce GMP, sanitation, and hygiene practices on the production floor
- Assist in investigating quality issues or deviations and contribute to corrective/preventive action plans
- Prepare and organize stability samples as per stability protocols
- Assist with tracking and monitoring test timelines
- Report quality issues to QA Manager and support resolution
- Work cross-functionally with production, compounding, and packaging to address issues proactively
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Science or related field preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in a quality assurance or manufacturing environment (cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or food industry a plus)
- Knowledge of GMP, and cosmetic industry standards
- Strong attention to detail and good communication skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment
- Basic computer and data entry skills (Excel, QA software)
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Formology Lab is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chatsworth, CA 91311 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chatsworth, CA 91311: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $33