R&D Chemist

About us:

Allure Beauty Concepts is seeking a dynamic R&D Chemist I to join our multi-site cosmetics company that offers research and development, formulation, contract manufacturing, and other turnkey services for customers offering premium OTC (over the counter) and non-OTC skincare, personal care, and cosmetic products.

About Allure Beauty Concepts:

Allure Beauty Concepts is the best of two industry trailblazers—Allure Labs and Kleen Concepts—coming together to transform beauty and personal care.

From Allure Labs, they bring a legacy of innovation and scientific leadership. From pioneering AHAs in the early ‘90s to crafting groundbreaking peptides and microbiome-balancing formulations, they have consistently delivered products that push boundaries. Using tomorrow’s ingredients today, they design a range of formulations—from high-performance breakthroughs to the purest, cleanest solutions—delivering products that are as effective as they are distinctive.

From Kleen Concepts, they bring decades of relationship-building, transparency, and speed-to market expertise. With advanced equipment and an agile approach, they create products of all types and formulations, meeting the unique needs of every client. Allure Beauty Concept’s dedication to flexibility and flawless execution guarantees satisfaction every step of the way.

Together, as Allure Beauty Concepts, they combine these strengths to deliver exceptional service, forward-thinking innovation, and world-class products—setting new standards for the beauty and personal care industry.

About The Jordan Company:

Founded in 1982, The Jordan Company is a New York based private investment firm that specializes in buying and building businesses in partnership with management. TJC’s transactions provide liquidity for owners, raise capital for corporate growth, and create significant equity opportunities for key management. They are long-term investors who seek to build value over time.

They seek to buy and help build established middle market companies with enterprise values ranging from $100 million to $2 billion across a range of industries. They target partners that are well-managed, with consistent revenue growth and profitability, and an identifiable opportunity for long-term future growth.

Position Summary:

Under guidance and daily supervision, a Chemist I supports formula development for personal care products by formulating simple products, executing routine lab tests, documenting results with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and collaborating with senior chemists on customer projects. The role operates within ISO 22716/cGMP expectations and helps maintain a safe, organized, and audit-ready laboratory environment in our Scottsdale facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Formulate simple products under supervision, following written formulas/SOPs; prepare lab-scale batches and adjust as directed.

· Conduct and document lab tests (e.g., pH, viscosity, appearance, stability pulls) and generate basic specifications per protocols.

· Document formulas, raw-material lots, observations, and results using GDP in lab notebooks and/or LIMS; maintain traceable records.

· Understand raw materials and basic formulation principles; research technical literature and vendor data sheets to support formulation choices.

· Support senior chemists on customer projects, including sample preparation, filling/labeling, coding, COAs, and shipment requests.

· Prepare and manage stability studies: label, place, and monitor samples at required conditions; record OOT observations and escalate promptly.

· Assist with pilot batch/scale-up activities in collaboration with Operations and Quality; participate in line trials as needed.

· Maintain laboratory readiness: calibrate basic instruments (balances, pH meters, viscometers), clean/sanitize equipment, manage inventory, and observe 5S/housekeeping standards.

· Adhere to EHS requirements (Cal/OSHA), chemical handling and waste disposal procedures, and use appropriate PPE at all times.

· Perform other duties and project tasks as assigned.

Qualifications (Required):

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline; or equivalent practical experience.

· 0–2 years of laboratory or formulation experience (internships and relevant coursework considered).

· Foundational knowledge of emulsions, surfactants, and rheology; ability to follow SOPs and written formulas.

· Competence with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; ability to learn LIMS/ERP systems.

· Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management; effective verbal/written communication.

Preferred

· Hands-on experience in personal care/cosmetics, food, or pharmaceutical product development.

· Familiarity with ISO 22716/cGMP, stability testing design, and basic metrology (balances, pH, viscosity).

Competencies

· Quality & safety mindset; ownership of housekeeping and compliance.

· Teamwork and collaboration; seeks feedback and asks clarifying questions.

· Problem solving; uses data and observations to recommend next steps.

Physical Requirements

· Regularly stand, walk, reach, and handle materials; lift/pull/push up to 35 lbs.; occasional ladder/step‑stool use.

· Frequent use of PPE (lab coat, gloves, goggles); exposure to fragrances, solvents (e.g., ethanol, IPA), and temperature‑controlled stability chambers.

· Ability to work onsite at the Hayward facility; occasional overtime or weekend work based on project needs.

Schedule & Employment

· Day shift, Monday–Friday (or as scheduled).

· Non‑exempt, eligible for overtime in accordance with federal and Arizona law.

Pay: $51,390.80 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously worked in personal care, cosmetics, food, or pharmaceutical product development?
• Do you have hands-on experience formulating personal care or cosmetic products?
• Have you worked with emulsions, surfactants, or rheology in a laboratory setting?
• Have you supported pilot batches, scale-ups, or production trials
• Have you worked with raw materials commonly used in personal care formulations?
• Do you have experience preparing lab batches from written formulas or SOPs?

Work Location: In person