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Christin Solomon

Middleton,ID

Summary

Extremely detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle projects with a high degree of accuracy and in a timely manner, with a wonderfully upbeat positive attitude.


Strong development and manufacturing skills in haircare and skincare, following COSMOS/Ecocert standards.


Successfully perform PET/stability testing, and follow GMP.


Comprehensive formulation abilities to make new or modify existing products, with a thorough understanding of the importance of documentation.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Formulation Chemist

Homestead Handcrafted Bodycare
06.2019 - Current
  • Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
  • Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency.
  • Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
  • Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
  • Modified and adapted standard methods and procedures to solve analytical problems.
  • Performed standardized tests on organic and inorganic compounds to observe fundamental differences in properties.
  • Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Decreased lab spending 30% by purchasing cost-effective supplies and closely monitoring laboratory inventory.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Small Business Co-Owner

Solomon Investments, LLC
08.2009 - Current
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Oversaw long-term planning, staff hiring and training, and procedure development as part of business operations.

Education

Skincare Diploma - Skincare Formulation

School of Natural Skincare
Online
04.2023

Diploma in Haircare - Haircare Formulation

School of Natural Skincare
Online
07.2022

GED -

Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR
05.2010

Skills

  • Laboratory Equipment Operations
  • Stability Testing
  • Quality Control Measures
  • Physical Testing
  • Calibration Skills
  • Product Development and Marketing
  • Testing Samples
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Clean Equipment
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Batch Record Analysis
  • Standard Methods
  • Analyze Data
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Standardized Tests
  • Maintain Instruments

Timeline

Formulation Chemist

Homestead Handcrafted Bodycare
06.2019 - Current

Small Business Co-Owner

Solomon Investments, LLC
08.2009 - Current

Skincare Diploma - Skincare Formulation

School of Natural Skincare

Diploma in Haircare - Haircare Formulation

School of Natural Skincare

GED -

Clackamas Community College
Christin Solomon