Compounder

Compounder | Hobart, IN

Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

Starting Pay: $20 Depends on experience                       

1st Shift: 6am until 8pm unless needed longer, Monday through Friday

The role of a Cosmetic Compounder is critical in the creation of cosmetic and personal care products. As a Compounder, you will be responsible for accurately measuring, mixing, and blending raw materials to create batches of high-quality cosmetic formulations. Your meticulous attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards will contribute to the consistent production of exceptional cosmetic products.

Key Responsibilities:

Raw Material Preparation:

• Review batch sheets and formulation documents to understand the required ingredients, quantities, and processing instructions for each cosmetic product.
• Gather and stage the necessary raw materials, ensuring they meet quality and specification criteria.

Weighing and Mixing:

• Accurately measure and weigh raw materials, including liquids, powders, and additives, according to the formulation specifications.
• Operate mixing equipment to blend the raw materials and create homogeneous cosmetic compounds.

Quality Control:

• Perform quality checks on raw materials, ensuring they meet required standards before use.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections during the compounding process to identify any deviations from the expected appearance, consistency, or color.

Batch Documentation:

• Maintain detailed and accurate batch records, documenting the types and quantities of raw materials used, lot numbers, and processing parameters.
• Record any adjustments or deviations made during the compounding process.

Equipment Care and Cleaning:

• Clean and sanitize compounding equipment, utensils, and work areas before and after each batch to prevent contamination and maintain hygiene.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of chemicals.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and industry regulations to ensure product safety and quality.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Quality Control team to ensure products meet quality standards and promptly address any quality issues.
• Collaborate with formulation experts and other production teams to troubleshoot and optimize cosmetic formulas.

Inventory Management:

• Assist in monitoring raw material inventory levels and report shortages to ensure uninterrupted production.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in cosmetics manufacturing or chemistry is preferred.
• Previous experience as a Compounder, ideally within the cosmetics, personal care, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong understanding of cosmetic formulations, raw materials, and compounding techniques.
• Familiarity with equipment such as mixers, homogenizers, and scales.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, GMP, and regulatory guidelines related to cosmetics manufacturing.
• Excellent attention to detail, precision in measurements, and ability to follow complex formulations.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy containers and stand for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, or extended hours to meet production demands.

JMJ Talent Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Salary : $20