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Cosmetic R&D Lab Technician
Location: Sapulpa, Oklahoma
Department: Research & Development – Product Innovation
Reports To: VP R&D, Regulatory and Quality
About The Role
We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Cosmetic R&D Lab Technician to join our innovative product development team. In this role, you’ll support formulation and testing of new skincare and cosmetic products, ensuring quality, consistency, and performance that meet our brand standards. You’ll work closely with our chemists and cross-functional teams to prepare samples, assist with trials, and maintain a clean, efficient, and compliant laboratory environment.
What You’ll Do
SeneGence is a global leader in luxury beauty, skincare, and wellness products—driven by innovation and empowerment. Our R&D team plays a key role in developing high-performance products that deliver real results. You’ll join a collaborative environment where science meets creativity, and your work directly contributes to products used and loved around the world.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SeneGence International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Location: Sapulpa, Oklahoma
Department: Research & Development – Product Innovation
Reports To: VP R&D, Regulatory and Quality
About The Role
We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Cosmetic R&D Lab Technician to join our innovative product development team. In this role, you’ll support formulation and testing of new skincare and cosmetic products, ensuring quality, consistency, and performance that meet our brand standards. You’ll work closely with our chemists and cross-functional teams to prepare samples, assist with trials, and maintain a clean, efficient, and compliant laboratory environment.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and mix samples (compounding and extrusion) for formulation testing and customer trials.
- Maintain accurate records of testing procedures, results, and sample batches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in both lab and manufacturing settings to support product development and scale-up.
- Perform general lab housekeeping and equipment maintenance to ensure safety, quality, and reliability.
- Operate support equipment for extrusion and compounding lines.
- Routinely lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and work in varying temperature environments.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environment.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to troubleshoot formulation issues.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on industry trends and technologies.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).
- Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
- Associate degree or higher in Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
- Experience in a cosmetic, chemical, or polymer laboratory.
- Hands-on experience with extrusion, molding, or compounding equipment.
- Experience preparing or testing samples in a product development environment.
SeneGence is a global leader in luxury beauty, skincare, and wellness products—driven by innovation and empowerment. Our R&D team plays a key role in developing high-performance products that deliver real results. You’ll join a collaborative environment where science meets creativity, and your work directly contributes to products used and loved around the world.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SeneGence International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.