Cosmetic Product Development Chemist

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Job Summary: HEBBE seeks a chemistry or biotechnology professional to develop and formulate innovative natural cosmetic products, manage technical content, and collaborate within a dynamic environment. Key Highlights: 1. Innovative development of natural cosmetics in Cuernavaca, Mexico. 2. Dynamic, collaborative, and creative work environment. 3. Opportunities for professional growth and development. **About the Company** **HEBBE** is a leading Mexican company in the **manufacturing and production of cosmetic and natural products**. Our track record is distinguished by **innovation, quality, and sustainability**. We create cutting-edge formulations that combine science and nature to deliver effective and ethical personal care solutions. At **HEBBE**, we believe in growing our team. We offer a **dynamic, collaborative, and creative work environment**, where each member has the opportunity to make their mark. If you are passionate about formulation, research, and developing products that positively impact people’s lives, this is the ideal place for you. **Location:** Cuernavaca, Morelos. This position is **100% on-site**. **Job Requirements** * **Academic Qualifications:** Completed bachelor’s degree or engineering degree (with diploma) in fields related to **Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Environmental Engineering**. * **Technical Experience:** * Solid knowledge of **formulation chemistry**, especially in developing cosmetic and personal care products. * Familiarity with the use and application of **natural ingredients** in formulations. * Understanding of manufacturing processes and production scale-up. * **Professional Skills:** * **Innovative and Creative Thinking:** Ability to design and develop **new cosmetic products** from our raw material catalog, maintaining focus on innovation and market trends. * **Excellent Communication Skills:** Proficiency in clearly and persuasively presenting ideas, results, and formulations to diverse audiences—both internal and external. * **Proactivity and Self-Management:** Capacity to autonomously manage projects—from conceptualization through final testing. ***Competencies*** * **Innovation and Proactivity:** Genuine interest in **natural cosmetics**, and a proactive approach to developing innovative new products. * **Effective Communication:** Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and persuasively present ideas and results to various teams. * **Dynamism and Presence:** Ease in expressing oneself before an audience and comfort **presenting information on camera**, essential for creating educational content about our products. * **Collaboration and Adaptability:** Ability to **work effectively in teams** and under pressure, staying focused on project goals and adapting to changes throughout the development process. * **Integrity and Responsibility:** Strong sense of **honesty** and **responsibility**, with full commitment to work quality and deadline adherence. * **Results Orientation:** Ability to autonomously manage projects and **work toward clear objectives**. **Job Responsibilities** **Product Development and Formulation:** * **Create and optimize innovative formulations** for our personal care cosmetic line using our raw material catalog. * Develop **custom base formulations for clients**, providing creative solutions tailored to their needs. **Technical Content Management:** * Prepare **detailed technical data sheets** for each formulation, ensuring accuracy and quality of information. * Actively participate in creating **educational content**, such as e-books and presentations, to share technical knowledge about our products. **Collaboration and Communication:** * **Collaborate with the marketing and communications team** to produce digital and written content—including videos and articles—that showcase formulations and their benefits. * Effectively communicate project results and progress to internal teams and clients. **Research and Continuous Improvement:** * **Stay up-to-date** on the latest trends, research, and advancements in the natural cosmetics industry. * Propose **new ideas** and improvements for existing products or for developing new product lines, based on market analysis. * Conduct product testing and evaluations to ensure quality and efficacy. ***Job Specifications*** * **Formulation Experience:** Solid expertise in **cosmetic product formulation**, with emphasis on using natural and active ingredients for personal care. * **Technical Documentation Management:** Ability to prepare comprehensive **technical data sheets (TDS)** for each new product, ensuring information accuracy and clarity. * **Regulatory Knowledge:** Understanding of applicable **Mexican official standards (NOM)** for the cosmetics industry, to review legal texts, packaging, and labeling. * **Innovation and Development:** Capability to lead the **development of new cosmetic products**, from ideation through pilot production, and propose improvements to existing formulations. * **Technical Content Creation:** Interest in **disseminating cosmetic-related content**, contributing to the creation of educational materials such as e-books or blog articles. * **Quality Control:** Conduct **stability and efficacy testing** of new formulations to ensure compliance with brand quality standards. * **Raw Material Management:** Handle and optimize the **inventory of raw materials and inputs**, ensuring availability for new product formulation. **Compensation and Additional Benefits** * Monthly salary of 12,000–13,000\. * Permanent full-time employment, if applicable. * Opportunities for professional growth and development. * Collaborative and motivating work environment. * Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview. Job Type: Probationary period, Full-time Contract Duration: 3 months Salary: Starting at $13,000\.00 per month Benefits: * Complimentary beverages * Complimentary uniforms Education: * High school diploma incomplete or in progress (Desirable) Experience: * two: 1 year (Desirable) Work Location: On-site employment