Senior Chemist, New Product Development

Senior Chemist, New Product Development

JOB TITLE:

Senior Chemist, New Product Development

DEPARTMENT:

Product Development

LOCATION:

Rowe Casa Organics manufacturing facility, New Boston Texas

About Rowe Casa Organics:

Rowe Casa Organics LLC is a fast-growing manufacturing and retail company known for its commitment to quality and excellence. Rowe Casa was founded in 2017 with the purpose of creating truly natural products made with only the highest quality ingredients. From its beginnings making Elderberry syrup in a kitchen, Rowe Casa now has a product line of close to 300 products sold worldwide and employs a staff of over 200 employees.

Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated and innovative person to fill the position of Senior Chemist, New Product Development. The ideal candidate will have a solid background and experience with new product formulation and development, preferably within the organic and wellness industry.

This person is responsible for all internal formulation projects including new product formulations, existing product re-formulations, and product formulation troubleshooting. The role includes the day-to-day guidance and management of the formulation team. In addition, this person will ensure the formulation team meets required deadlines and timelines for new products from concept to product launch. We are looking for someone who can bring innovative and valuable experience as our team is expanding and growing to meet company needs.

Reports directly to Senior Director of Product Development and Compliance.

Key Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Create innovative formulations for new products as well as refine formulations as needed for existing products.
• Execute and manage R&D life cycle of new products including process initiation, research, formulation, and scaling.
• Lead and manage formulation team to meet deadlines for new product formulations and new product launches.
• Initiate, create and implement new product formulation schedules and strategies proactively within the department to ensure all new products are developed and approved while meeting department and company deadlines, standards, and regulatory specifications.
• Determine and implement solutions for product quality issues that are related to ingredients, formulation, or formulation processes.
• Upon product approval and prior to launches, compose ingredients listings, ingredient descriptions and new product information to be used for company marketing initiatives.
• Lead, manage, and provide guidance and support to the formulation team including daily schedules, day-to-day tasks, and project progress.
• Generate and provide weekly and quarterly reports including specific progress as it pertains to each product in formulation.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment encouraging teamwork and professional engagement.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Nutritional Sciences or other related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in product development and formulation, preferably within the organic or wellness industry.
• Experience in formulating cosmetics and OTC products is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in management and leading teams.
• Strong understanding of the organic products market.
• Proven track record of bringing superior and successful products from concept, through formulation, to launch.
• Strong management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

• Excellent critical thinking, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to multitask.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Takes initiative and is innately proactive.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and positively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Adaptability.
• Able to manage/tolerate stress.

Rowe Casa Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter including experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.