What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate – Batcher (Cosmetics Manufacturing) position at Our Babylon LLC?
Job Type
Full-time
Temp-to-hire
About the Company
Our Babylon LLC is an ISO 22716 compliant cosmetics manufacturing company specializing in high-quality personal care and beauty products. We operate in a GMP-driven production environment focused on precision, traceability, and product integrity.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Associate (Batcher) to support bulk manufacturing operations.
Job Summary
The Batcher is responsible for accurately preparing, mixing, and processing raw materials into bulk cosmetic products while maintaining strict adherence to ISO 22716 and Good Manufacturing Practices.
This role includes batch numbering, ingredient staging, operating heated tanks and high shear mixers, performing in-process checks, and maintaining complete production documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Batch Preparation & Execution
- Retrieve and verify work orders against pre-weighed raw materials
- Assign batch numbers according to traceability system
- Stage and verify all ingredients before batching
- Operate heated tanks, kettles, mixers, and pumps
- Melt waxes and semi-solid materials safely
- Transfer emulsions and water/oil phases between tanks
- Perform in-process checks including temperature, viscosity, and pH
Safety & Compliance
- Follow ISO 22716 and GMP standards
- Maintain contamination prevention protocols
- Document cleaning and sanitization activities
- Report deviations immediately
Documentation & Traceability
- Record lot numbers and quantities accurately
- Maintain complete batch production records
- Follow good documentation practices
Equipment & Maintenance
- Operate batching tanks, pumps, flow meters, and high shear mixers
- Perform basic troubleshooting
- Clean and sanitize equipment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1–2 years of batching, compounding, or manufacturing experience preferred
- Knowledge of GMP or ISO 22716 is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in a structured, repetitive production environment
Work Environment
- In-person at San Jose facility
- PPE required
- Standing for extended periods
- Physical material handling
Screening Questions (Set These as Required / Deal Breakers)
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
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- Will you be able to reliably commute to San Jose, CA 95131 for this job?
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- Do you currently reside within 30 miles of San Jose, CA?
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- Are you available to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM as needed?
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- Do you have at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing or batching experience?
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Job Types: Temp-to-hire, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently reside within 30 miles of San Jose, CA?
Ability to Commute:
- San Jose, CA 95131 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25