Research & Innovation Coordinator

Markham, ON

Job Title: Research & Innovation Coordinator
Division: Operation
Department: R&I
Reports to: Director of R&I

Since 2004, we have inspired the cosmetics industry with our award-winning cosmetics services. We embrace research and innovation - ceaselessly bringing advanced cosmeceutical technologies and ingredients into our creation.

We take pride in our innovation, expertise, and excellence in creating the finest cosmetic manufacturing and packaging solutions for our clients. We partner with the world’s top leading cosmetics companies in providing full integrated turnkey solutions. We value and respect individuality and personal initiative where all employees can develop, grow, and achieve their career goals.

Join us, and be the sparkle of our team!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update the R&I Project Management, including assigning and balancing R&I project workload
• Work on day-to-day data entry and project management related tasks
• Liaise with other internal departments and provide project updates
• Coordinate projects and project management between Sales & Marketing, R&I, and other related teams
• Monitor project progress and make or initiate adjustments as needed
• Assist R&I team in meeting customer sample request submission deadlines
• Oversee raw material requests and assignments to corresponding R&I chemists
• Manage R&I projects and follow up on the preparation of marketing samples
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Help prepare meeting minutes, planning, etc. for meetings related to projects
• Maintain a confidential database of new formulas and existing formulas
• Consistently maintain a Safe and GMP working environment and comply with company policies and SOPs
• Execute special projects or tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Chemistry is preferred
• Self-starter, self-motivated with proactive, and process ownership focus
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced team environment
• Strong interpersonal & problem solving skills and commitment to providing a high standard of quality work
• Ability to make and meet commitments/deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

We care for our employees:

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)
• On-site free parking
• On-site gym
• Employee health benefits
• Corporate discount program
• Group Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (GRSP/DPSP)

Please note: We thank you for your interest, please forward your resume in confidence today. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.