Junior Formulator
C9 Staff
St. Petersburg, FL0–2 yrs24m agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- Operations
- Work
- On-site in St. Petersburg
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations56%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 2, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
A hands-on role supporting product development and quality control in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. This position offers exposure to real manufacturing and formulation, ideal for career growth in cosmetic development, working closely with production and quality systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, adjustment, and scaling of cosmetic and OTC formulations under R&D guidance.
- Support quality control operations.
- Prepare and adjust samples.
- Perform basic testing on raw materials, bulk, and finished goods.
- Collect and label samples.
- Ensure accurate data entry and traceability within the ERP system.
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
- Support production with real-time quality verification.
- Report any deviations or inconsistencies.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- GMP-regulated manufacturing environment experience is preferred but not required.
- ERP system
- Good Documentation Practices
Qualifications
- Degree or background in chemistry, cosmetic science, or a related field, OR relevant hands-on experience in formulation or manufacturing.
- Detail-oriented.
- Eager to learn formulation.
- Comfortable working in a system-driven environment.
- Able to follow procedures with consistency and discipline.
- Strong ownership and organization.
- Ability to balance development work with execution in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Notes:
- Growth opportunities into Formulation and R&D roles.
- Hands-on experience in GMP manufacturing and product scaling.
- Work schedule: Monday to Friday.