Product Development Technologist

Job Title:

Product Development Technologist

Location:

Home Farm, Isle of Arran

Contract Type:

14 months fixed-term, 40 hours per week

ARRAN Sense of Scotland is looking for a Product Development Technologist to join our Technical team on a maternity-cover contract. This hands-on role supports the development of cosmetics and home fragrance products for the ARRAN brand and contract manufacturing clients, spanning formulation and laboratory work, regulatory and compliance administration, NPD project support, and manufacturing support.

The Role

• Product development \& formulation: Support the development and reformulation of cosmetic and home fragrance products for ARRAN and contract manufacturing clients; prepare laboratory and pilot-scale batches; research ingredients and formulations; and assist with troubleshooting and scale-up.
• Testing \& laboratory support: Coordinate laboratory samples, carry out internal testing including stability and candle burn testing, and maintain accurate development and laboratory records.
• Regulatory \& compliance: Support product safety and legal compliance, including technical files, safety assessment information, product registration administration, supplier documentation and product records.
• NPD project support: Maintain project plans, specifications, approvals and trackers; coordinate samples and technical information; and follow up actions with suppliers, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Production support: Provide technical support to Production and work collaboratively across Technical, Quality, Design, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales and Operations.

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience in cosmetic formulation, product development or a technical/laboratory role is highly desirable.
• A relevant qualification in cosmetic science, chemistry or another scientific/technical discipline would be advantageous; an SCS Diploma in Cosmetic Science or equivalent would be particularly relevant.
• Transferable experience from personal care, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and drink, or another regulated manufacturing environment will also be considered.
• You should be confident in a practical laboratory environment, methodical and well organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication and administrative skills are important, including confidence managing technical documentation, multiple priorities and project actions.
• Experience of regulatory/compliance administration, ERP systems or quality processes would be beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 31 days paid annual leave (23 days plus statutory)
• Eligibility for company pension and healthcare scheme after 3 months
• Generous staff discount.

For any further information on this job, please contact Robin Fisher, Product Development \& Technical Manager via robin.fisher@arran.com.