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QC & Formulation Assistant
Job Type
Permanent
Location
Brighouse, West Yorkshire
Salary
28000.00 - 30000.00 per annum + +Benefits
Job Ref
BBBH172417_1766423362
Date Added
December 22nd, 2025
Consultant
rhi turner
Title: QC & Formulation Assistant
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: 28,000-30,000
Term: Permanent
SRG is working with an independent contract manufacturer of personal care / skincare products, based in West Yorkshire. They are now looking for a quality control & formulation assistant to join the team. You would be responsible for wet chemistry / bench chemistry testing and techniques. Ensure products meet specifications, as well as some small-scale formulation projects. This position would be an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Quality Control or lab-based testing to join a supportive, friendly, family-owned company.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:15pm (Mon-Fri), 45-minute lunch break
Role / Description

• QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product to check batches meet specifications
• Development and implementation of SOP's and QC procedures
• Lab techniques include PH testing, viscosity, stability testing and packaging compatibility testing
• Conduct routine microbiological and physical testing on products to ensure batches are compliant against industry regulations
• Work in harmony with Production and QA to achieve production delivery plans and resolve any quality issues
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure R&D, production and packaging compliance and resolve any inconsistencies to ensure batch consistency
• Formulation and development of batches to help improve new and existing batches

Requirements

• 2+ years recent experience in QC testing / wet chemistry and formulation within the personal care / skincare industry
• Willing and able to work stood up in a Fast-paced manufacturing environment on the factory floor
• Experience of working to cosmetic regulations such as EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA, BRC etc.
• Strong communication skills and can relay information accurately
• Full right to work in the UK - there is no sponsorship available for this role

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.
As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.
If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.
If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.
Keywords: formulation, NPD, new product development, new product innovation, packaging development, sustainable packaging, packaging trends, packaging innovation, supplier management, green chemistry, beauty, cosmetics, skincare, personal care, haircare, packaging innovation, soap, quality, quality control, quality assurance, sop's, haccap, ISO22716, Six Sigma, EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA, manufacturing, ingredient safety
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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