QC & Formulation Assistant

Job description

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
• Experience of working to cosmetic regulations such as EU Cosmetics Regulation, UK REACH, FDA etc.
• Strong communication skills and can relay information accurately
• Full right to work in the UK – there is no sponsorship available for this role

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oxenhope

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

08-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English