Sr R&D Formulation Chemist, Technical Services and Sourcing

OBJECTIVE: Obtain a challenging opportunity as R&D Formulation Chemist/Scientist, Technical Services and Sourcing.

EXPERIENCE:

**/**** – 09/2018 GRIGNARD COMPANY, LLC. Rahway, NJ

Senior Chemist

Working with new projects on wastewater treatment products to remove struvite, vivianite, Calcium Oxalate and Limestone. Modified lubricant for hydrogen sulfide killing of oil well area. Improving current lubricants, I&I cleaners and theatrical products. Followed ISO 9000 procedure.Sourcing new ingredients for new projects and sourcing current raw materials for more than 10% cost savings. Coordinating in QC assignments.

06/2017 – 12/2017 Spartan Brands, INC. New York, NY

Senior Chemist

Improvised high end sulfate free body wash, shampoo, face cream, body lotion for stability and cost effectiveness. Developed varieties of leave on and wash off conditioners. Stabilized natural oil fragrances

in all the above mentioned products. Developed transparent glycerin soap base for engraved soap, carved soap, mineral soap, and etc. Sourced economical two chamber stability oven, centrifuge and other necessity for laboratory. Made corrections in SOPs and assisted lab technician.

08/2014 – 06/2017 LAB EXPRESS INTERNATIONAL Fairfield, NJ

Formulation Consultant

Formulating Chlorhexidine Gluconate based lotion, cleaners, oral care and many more products for Hospitals and Nursing Home Suppliers per cGMP guidelines. Developed varieties of Methyl Salicylate & Menthol based pain relieving creams. Natural raw materials based pain relieving oral products and Toothpaste with many more products. Support in all aspects of the business especially sourcing for the development and growth.

04/2013 – 04/2014 INDEPENDENT CHEMICAL CORP Glendale/Queens, NY

Chemical Sourcing Specialist

Made use of R&D and business experience in sourcing A-Z chemicals consumed by all industries in bulk as well as R&D quantity. Expert in sourcing National brand offset materials with matching quality and with highly competitive prices. Successfully sourced rare chemicals from the Globe with technical data sheet/MSDS test sample and pricing. Streamlined sources of new and existing chemicals and converted into profitable business. Fulfilled requirements for ten sales, three purchasing, and one each from sampling & regulatory associates.

05/2011 – 01/2013 HABA, Division of DAVION Newark, NJ

Senior Chemist

Managing personal care formulations for varieties of shampoos, conditioners, body washes, bubble baths, hair gels, medicated and non-medicated powders including oatmeal and miconazole nitrate formula, nail polish removers, baby oils, creams and lotions for Perfect Purity brand as well as for private labels/contract manufacturers. Sourcing and recommending new raw materials sources for new and existing formulas. Established QC/QA standards, preparing batch tickets, product specification sheets, SOPs, reviewing and approving internal audit reports. Learnt gas chromatography technic. Monitoring and establishing new formulas production processes. Training QC/QA technicians. Guiding management on purchasing, quality control and regulatory issues.

2003 – 03/2010 A. P. DEAUVILLE, LLC. New Brunswick, NJ

Director R&D

Managed formulations for Power Stick Antiperspirant & Deodorant (including Aerosol) as well as developed a complete line of men’s grooming products.

Formulated a line of men’s grooming products (daily moisturizer, SPF 15/30 (in vivo tested), shaving cream/gel, after shave balm, face scrub, antidandruff shampoo, hair conditioner, hair gel, and acne treatment lotion.

Managed regulatory certification for efficacy, RIPT, and antimicrobial challenge test performed by third party laboratories. In house testing performed for stability, titrations, penetration, pH, viscosity and solids. Prepared and Proofread of Labels, Inserts/Outserts.

Conversant with FDA Registration and audit formalities.

Developed production specifications and batch mixing procedures for new product launches.

Evaluated raw materials and negotiated pricing with key suppliers leading to annual savings of 15%.

Coordinated a cross-functional team of marketing, manufacturing, and lab personnel to launch new body wash/gel and shampoo (2 in 1 & 3 in 1) on-time and under budget. Two shampoos for moisturizing and free flowing versions were successfully launched. Formulated hair conditioners from different raw materials but not launched during my tenure.

Sensory evaluation of new and inventory fragrance oils and finished products to match National Brands in new and existing products. Developed new fragrances from extra fragrance oil inventories.

QC testing of Aerosol Body Spray produced by third party. Participating in modifying current formula of Body Spray as per EPA regulations.

Improved formula of antiperspirant stick to add a “No Residue” claim while reducing dosage of high-cost ingredients. Also developed matching formula of High End National Brand Antiperspirant and Deodorant for the Private Label Business.

Collaborated with production manager to enhance processes and reduce equipment costs.

2001 – 2003 MANHATTAN PRODUCTS, INC. Carlstadt, NJ

Chemist

Responsible for all levels of quality control/assurance of fabric care and dish washing products.

Modified formulation of generic detergents to match leading national brands for color, fragrance and specifications - pH, viscosity, solids, and titrations.

Supervised and trained lab staff on quality auditing procedures to maintain product specifications.

Conducted plant trials with new raw materials to economize costing.

1981 - 2000 PAREKH PRODUCTS Mumbai, India

Owner & Operator

Owned and managed a metal pre-treatment and coating chemicals manufacturing company.

Assessed competitive landscape and developed new products for the metal coating industry. Created new formulations reduced environmental impact and saved energy during surface coating process.

Products trial always confirmed by testing bath concentrations & replenishment procedures and painting quality confirmed as per paint industry standards.

Trained technical support staff to provide post-sales customer support.

Introduced computerized accounting and inventory management systems to improve productivity.

1995 – 1999 KAYTEE CIMPEX (KT GROUP) Mumbai, India

Partner

Presented and Promoted Genencor International Textiles & Detergent enzymes Nationwide as a distributor in India. Also promoted high end raw materials of Pilot Chemicals and Flavors & Fragrances Specialties to selected industries.

1973 - 1980 KEMP & CO, LTD Mumbai, India

Sr. Marketing Manager

Directed the pharmaceutical division and responsible for improving sales of allopathic and herbal drugs.

Managed sales in four regions and constantly exceeded sales goals by over 150%.

Developed promotion strategy to gain 75% share of oral broncho dilator market in sales region.

Promoted bulk drugs to primary care physicians and hospitals while completing Masters.

EDUCATION:

UNIVERSITY OF BOMBAY

Masters of Science in Medical Biochemistry

UNIVERSITY OF BOMBAY

Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Minor in Botany

ADDITIONAL: Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.

REFERENCES: Available upon request.

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