Lab Technician
Job Location:
Boca Raton, FL - USA
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Job Summary
About the Role
Blueland is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lab Technician R&D to support the development testing scale-up and launch of new and existing products. This role will report to the Director of Formulation and support line trial samples stability testing scale-up activities and cross-functional project execution.
The Lab Technician will play an important role in the R&D lab by preparing samples conducting experiments documenting results organizing data and helping move projects from concept through addition to supporting formulation and stability work this person will also have the opportunity to manage their own R&D workstreams including line extensions and limited-edition product launches.
The ideal candidate is curious hands-on organized and excited to build a career in R&D. They enjoy working in the lab learning from experienced formulation and stability leaders and contributing to projects that move quickly from idea to launch. They are comfortable handling samples tracking data communicating updates and supporting both technical and cross-functional teams.
This person should be dependable detail-oriented and proactive with a strong desire to grow within product development and formulation. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to learn grow and contribute to product innovation in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Lab & Formulation Support
Prepare lab batches line trial samples prototypes and experimental formulas under the guidance of the Director of Formulation.
Support formulation development product testing and troubleshooting for new products line extensions and limited-edition launches.
Maintain a clean safe and organized laboratory environment in accordance with internal lab standards and safety practices.
Sustainability Line Trials & Scale-Up
Work closely with the Director of Formulation to prepare monitor and organize stability samples and line trial samples.
Support stability testing by documenting sample appearance performance packaging compatibility and other required observations.
Assist with scale-up activities by preparing samples collecting data and supporting trial documentation.
Help organize and track samples related to pilot batches production trials and commercialization timelines.
Communicate observations risks or deviations from expected results to the Director of Formulation and relevant project stakeholders.
Project Ownership
Support and manage defined R&D projects such as line extensions limited-edition launches reformulations and product improvements.
Help move assigned projects through key development stages including prototype creation testing data organization and sample handoff.
Maintain accurate timelines sample records and project updates for assigned workstreams.
Partner cross-functionally with Operations Quality Packaging Supply Chain and Commercial teams to share R&D updates and sample data.
Data Documentation & Communication
Record experimental procedures formulas observations test results and conclusions clearly and accurately.
Organize and share lab data with cross-functional team members in a timely and easy-to-understand format.
Prepare summary reports sample trackers and testing updates for internal review.
Support the Director of Formulation with project tracking technical documentation and sample management.
Ensure all work is documented consistently and follows internal R&D processes.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biology or a related scientific field.
1 year of experience in a laboratory setting including academic internship co-op or professional lab experience.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions test methods and lab protocols.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple samples timelines and priorities.
Comfortable documenting data observations and results clearly and accurately.
Willingness to learn grow ask questions and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Ability to communicate findings and share data with cross-functional team members.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving project needs.
Preferred
Experience in formulation consumer products personal care home care cleaning products food cosmetics or CPG R&D.
Familiarity with stability testing sample preparation pilot batches or production line trials.
Experience using sample trackers spreadsheets or basic data reporting tools.
Understanding of general lab safety chemical handling and proper sample labeling practices.
Location & Salary
The salary range for this position is $ per year.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Blueland creates everyday eco-friendly cleaning products to save you money and space, without any plastic waste.
