Process Engineer **ENGINEER** **PROCESS DEVELOPMENT – MORRIS PLAINS** **COTY is looking for smart leaders who are tenacious, passionate, and fearlessly kind.** The Engineer in the Lip Category will report primarily into the Senior Manager of Process Development with a strong collaboration with Formulation, Packaging, and Industrial Chemistry (Manufacturing). The Engineer in the Lip Category will work with the affiliates to deliver robust, innovative, on-brand and high-quality products and launches. The Engineer in the Lip Category is a well-rounded technical professional with experience in the cosmetics industry, with a focus on lipsticks, lip balms, liquid lip products, lip glosses and anhydrous hot pours. **THE ROLE** **In this role you will be responsible for:** + _Execution of process scale-up strategies for the Lip innovation program._ + _Act as a manufacturing resource for pilot scale manufacture of Lip initiatives_ + _Manage raw materials sourcing for lips projects in pilot as needed_ + _Manage requisitions for tooling and change parts for lip development and projects_ + _Develop technical learning plans using appropriate internal R&D and Supply Chain resources._ + _Manage all documentation and records associated with pilot scale manufacture, ensuring accurate recording of all work and appropriate filing and storage._ + _Execute and document with excellence plant scale trials as appropriate._ + _Manufacturing of required sales sample products to support and drive EU and/or US initiatives._ + _Creative problem solving to overcome technical issues in delivery and current business._ + _Clear communication of process development challenges, issues, and successes with senior management_ + _Close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to deliver the Lip IMP smoothly._ **QUALIFICATIONS** We’d love to see candidates who have: **_Essential:_** + _Science or Engineering Degree (or equivalent years of experience)_ + _Experience collaborating with and influencing multiple other functional teams to deliver process needs_ + _A high attention to detail and hands on approach to running experiments._ + _Strong ownership and accountability_ + _Ability to clearly and concisely communicate issues / risks to a diverse multifunctional audience_ + _3+ years of experience leading manufacturing making/filling trials and transferring technical information from R&D to Production sites_ + _Experience in operating Pilot Plant equipment with minimal supervision_ + _Ability to troubleshoot issues in production and suggest actionable, practical solutions to Manufacturing_ + _Experience processing and filling lipsticks an advantage._ **Physical Demands/Requirements** + _Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time_ + _Ability to occasionally travel to assigned regions – domestic and internationally. This will require frequent sitting for an extended period of time._ + _Ability to routinely follow policies and procedure related to company practices and safety procedures_ + _Ability to operate various office equipment and/or laboratory machinery_ **Description of Work Environment/Conditions** + _Ability to work assigned work hours in order to meet the job responsibilities of the role_ + _Individual will be exposed to working in or around a lab environment with various equipment, machinery and chemicals. Safety precautions must be adhered to and followed at all times._ + _Individual may visit internal and external manufacturing sites and laboratories. Safety precautions must be adhered to and followed at all times_ **_Desirable:_** + _Familiarity with ‘Transformation Understanding’, ‘Basis for Scale up’ and/or Process Qualification would be an advantage._ + _Understanding and experience of the practical application of Stage-Gate Processes._ **WHAT WE OFFER** This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way. Coty’s global omni-working policy provides the option to work up to 20% of your month remotely. We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best. **ABOUT US** Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you. Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES** We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact cotyjobsUS@cotyinc.com .We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. 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