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The R&D Senior Laboratory Testing Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the Research & Development, Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing teams. This position involves executing stability testing, conducting compatibility studies, managing samples, and maintaining laboratory documentation. The technician is responsible for ensuring that all testing adheres to established procedures and that records are accurately maintained. Additionally, the role supports product development and manufacturing initiatives by providing reliable laboratory data.

• Perform formal stability and compatibility studies for laboratory, pilot, and production batches.
• Prepare, label, track, and document samples throughout testing programs.
• Conduct informal stability evaluations to support product development and troubleshooting activities.
• Monitor samples at designated intervals and document physical, chemical, and performance observations.
• Escalate atypical results, trends, and stability concerns to appropriate stakeholders.
• Perform fill-weight and product verification testing.
• Conduct vacuum, seal integrity, or other product performance evaluations as required.
• Accurately document all testing results, deviations, and observations.
• Maintain organized records to support audits, investigations, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and package samples for internal evaluations, customer requests, and third-party laboratory testing.
• Ensure proper labeling, traceability, and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Coordinate sample shipments and maintain shipment tracking records.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding testing status and timelines.
• Track sample receipt, testing progress, and completion dates with external laboratories.
• Ensure final testing reports are accurately filed and accessible to relevant teams.
• Maintain stability logs, testing databases, and laboratory records.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and data packages for internal review.
• Ensure electronic and physical documentation complies with company document control practices.
• Utilize spreadsheets and laboratory systems to track projects and testing activities.
• Follow all applicable SOPs, safety procedures, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and internal quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts.
• Participate in audits, investigations, corrective actions, and quality system activities.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, calibration, and documentation as needed.
• Partner with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams.
• Provide testing updates and technical support to project stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and cross-functional reviews.
• Support product commercialization, scale-up, and manufacturing readiness activities.

• 3+ years of laboratory experience in formulation development, product development, quality, testing, or related environments.
• Experience performing stability, compatibility, verification, or analytical testing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other data management tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience within cosmetics, personal care, consumer products, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food & beverage, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of GLP, GMP, cGMP, quality systems, and documentation practices.
• Experience supporting product development and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or digital workflow platforms.

This position is based in a small cosmetic manufacturing company located in Chatsworth, CA. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some opportunities for overtime. There are no weekend shifts. The work environment is collaborative, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in the field of custom cosmetic manufacturing.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHATSWORTH, CA.

The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $27.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in CHATSWORTH,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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