Cosmetics and Skincare QA Technologist | Mr Price

Mr Price Careers – Cosmetics and Skincare QA Technologist

As a Cosmetics and Skincare QA Technologist, your primary focus is ensuring the quality assurance of our diverse range of products. Collaborating closely with the merchant team, your role is pivotal in delivering value-driven, high-quality cosmetics and skincare items. Your duties include:

1. Product Assessment:
   • Apply your technical expertise to evaluate products against specifications, ensuring they meet safety, legal, and functional requirements.
   • Utilize pre-production seal quality processes to approve products, ensuring they are suitable for trade.
2. Quality Assurance Support:
   • Assist buyers and suppliers with all QA-related inquiries, addressing concerns to ensure product suitability.
   • Complete administrative tasks related to product and process requirements, including conducting weekly store visits.
3. Continuous Improvement:
   • Stay updated with industry trends and standards, seeking knowledge from various sources to enhance departmental processes continually.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma/Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry, with a focus on Cosmetic Chemistry being advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge of testing protocols for products ranging from baby/kids to adults.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Quality Technologist role.
• Familiarity with raw materials used in cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products.
• Understanding of government safety regulations governing cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products.
• Proficiency in interpreting test reports and identifying non-conformities with standards from labs such as SGS, Intertek, and QIMA.
• Experience in a manufacturing lab handling cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers to achieve company objectives.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing potential and existing quality issues, implementing corrective actions based on industry best practices.
• Collaborative mindset, working alongside the Compliance team to ensure adherence to quality standards aligned with industry benchmarks.