Junior Technician - Stability-Chemaid Lab​/QC Indirect

Junior Technician - Stability-Chemaid Lab/QC Day Hourly Indirect

kdc/one Chemaid, 100 Mayhill Street, Saddle Brook, New Jersey, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec, and 10 operating facilities throughout North America, employing nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees.

Position:
Junior Stability Technician
Department: QC Lab
Reporting Structure:
Reports to Stability Supervisor
Reporting to this position:
No Direct Reports

We are currently seeking an experienced and challenged individual to be our next Junior Stability Technician to perform qualitative and quantitative testing of products, prepare and label all stability samples, print schedules, and pull samples from the chambers for testing and return samples to their proper locations.

• Obtain filled samples to be put on stability from lab personnel (Production samples, laboratory batch samples, or competitive/customer commercial products).
• Create labels and assign chamber shelf locations for samples.
• Store stability samples in the appropriate environmental chambers/rooms as prescribed by the stability protocols.
• Print weekly schedules and, at the required time intervals, ensure that samples are removed from storage and properly identified.
• Perform testing on stability samples (color, odor, appearance, pH, viscosity, etc.) and package evaluations, as well as functional testing such as pump activation and dispensing. Alert supervisor and chemists of any abnormal or unexpected test results.
• Enter data into the Micro Control Solutions Software Database and create and file reports.
• Enter data into stability test sheets, create reports, and alert supervisor and chemists of any abnormal or unexpected test results.
• Organize stability samples for disposal/destruction once a study is complete.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with impeccable organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and self‑motivated.
• Familiar with testing equipment such as Viscometers, pH meters, Water bath, Colorimeter or other color analysis techniques, Balances, Ovens, Refrigerator/Freezer unit, Microscope, etc.
• Computer skills:
  Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 1‑2 years’ experience working in a Stability Testing Department for Cosmetics, OTC, Pharmaceutical, or Household industry. A combination of vocational training, education and experience that is equivalent to the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Physical Demands:
  Standing for extended periods, walking, sitting, using hands to handle objects or controls, reaching, balancing, stooping, talking and hearing. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment:
  Exposure to chemical fumes from the compounding/batch making process. Safety breathing masks will be provided as required. Noise level is usually minimal.

Comprehensive benefits package available: healthcare, vision, dental, and life insurances; 401k plan; paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment with KDC-ONE Company is at‑will, meaning that either party may terminate employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. Successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test is a condition of employment.

kdc/one Chemaid, 100 Mayhill Street, Saddle Brook, New Jersey, United States of America