R&D Manager (Cosmetics)ID:60765

6,000 MYR ~ 8,000 MYRMuarabout 8 hours ago

Overview

  • Salary

    6,000 MYR ~ 8,000 MYR

  • Industry

    Medical & Healthcare, Manufacturing(Other)

  • Job Description

    - Lead the R&D team to create, test, and optimize cosmetic and skincare product formulations tailored to client needs and market trends.
    - Hands-on involvement in product mixing, batch compounding, and scale-up trial processes.
    - Develop custom products aligned strictly with customer requirements and technical specifications.
    - Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date product formulation records.
    - Advise on the accuracy and compliance of artwork packaging descriptions, including ingredient lists (INCI), usage directions, and safety warnings/precautions.
    - Source, collect, and manage raw material documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS), Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and Certificates of Analysis (COA).
    - Ensure all laboratory testing procedures strictly follow approved standard methods and regulatory standards.
    - Maintain inventory tracking for laboratory consumables and raw materials, managing timely repurchasing to prevent stockouts.
    - Identify, evaluate, and procure new laboratory equipment and instruments for ongoing product development needs.
    - Oversee preventive maintenance, verification, and calibration schedules for all laboratory instruments and equipment per SOPs.
    - Manage equipment troubleshooting and ensure a steady inventory of essential spare parts.
    - Partner with the Production Supervisor to verify that factory equipment and production processes run smoothly during batch scaling.
    - Discuss production failures directly with the General Manager to investigate root causes, implement corrective actions, and execute long-term solutions.
    - Manage, mentor, and train laboratory subordinates to build technical competency and maintain quality standards.

Qualifications

  • Requirement

    Requirements:
    - Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
    - Minimum 1 year of managerial-level experience (candidates performing equivalent managerial responsibilities without a formal manager title are eligible).
    - Previous employment in a cosmetics-related industry.
    - Hands-on experience operating laboratory instruments, including pH meters, analytical balances, and viscometers.
    - Demonstrated ability to manage the full R&D lifecycle from conceptualization and prototyping to scale-up and mass production.

    Advantages:
    - In-depth knowledge of industry standards such as ISO and GMP.
    - Proven written and verbal communication skills.
    - Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability in R&D contexts.

  • English Level

    -

  • Other Language

    Malay, English

Additional Information