Cosmetics Production Chemist

About Iba Cosmetics :

Iba Cosmetics is India’s first Halal Certified & Vegan cosmetics brand with a portfolio of 100+ SKUs across skincare, haircare and makeup that deliver proven results along with being completely free of animal-derived ingredients, alcohol, sulphates, and parabens. Our unique differentiator along with excellent product reviews, wide availability pan-India - both online across all major portals and offline across many retail counters and high brand loyalty and repeat purchase rates makes us one of the fastest growing beauty and cosmetics brand in India.

Iba was launched in 2014 and since then has received three rounds of funding from well-known VCs and MNCs to further accelerate its growth.

Job Tile – Cosmetics Production Chemist

Qualifications – B.Sc Chemistry / B.Tech Cosmetology or Higher

Should have min. 2 – 3 years prior experience in cosmetics / personal care production of products such as creams, lotions, shampoo, hair oil, lipsticks, etc.

Job location – Vatva

(candidate should be able to commute to the location using his / her own vehicle)

Expected CTC range – 30 k – 50 k per month (depending on experience)

Job Description –

• Documentation Management :  Creating and maintaining accurate and comprehensive Product Information Files (PIF), batch manufacturing records, ingredient lists, safety data sheets (MSDS), and technical reports for all products.
• Liaison with Loan License Manufacturing Partner :  Collaborating closely with the technical staff and quality control teams at the third-party (licensed) manufacturing facility to ensure all processes align with the agreed-upon specifications and quality standards.
• Production Supervision – Supervise all bulk manufacturing happening at the loan license location, ensure proper dispensation, batch manufacturing, filling and packaging. Fill the BMRs online with the requisite details.
• Auditing and Inspection Readiness :  Supporting regulatory authority inspections and audits of the manufacturing facility by providing necessary documentation and technical expertise.
• Labeling and Packaging Review :  Ensuring product labeling, and packaging is carried out by the manufacturing partner as per internal quality and visual standards.
• Quality Control Oversight :  Working with the manufacturing partner's QC team to establish and monitor quality control checks for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Collaboration :  Working with the manufacturing partner and Ecotrail’s supply chain, warehouse teams to ensure production stays on track at the loan license facility and be the one point contact for all production related matters for Ecotrail at the loan license partner’s facility.
• Innovation :  Staying updated on industry trends, new ingredients, and technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• In essence, the cosmetic chemist with loan license responsibilities acts as a bridge between the product concept and compliant, high-quality mass production via a third party, while holding accountability for the product's quality, effectiveness, and safety under that licensing arrangement.