Luis Jairo Duarte
Boca Raton
Summary
Professional formulator with strong expertise in developing and optimizing formulations. Proven ability to drive results through innovative solutions and technical proficiency in chemistry and material science. Highly dependable team player known for adaptability and effective collaboration. Skills include formulation development, quality control, and regulatory compliance, with focus on achieving impactful outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Cosmetic Formulator
Jabaiduna Oils
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Developed innovative formulations with a focus on sustainability and eco-friendly materials.
- Conducted thorough testing and analysis of formulations to guarantee compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Senior Cosmetic Formulate
BL BIO LAB, LLC
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Developed innovative formulations with a focus on sustainability and eco-friendly materials.
R&D Chemist
Oxygen Development
01.2008 - 10.2023
- Experience in liquid color matching, skin care with comprehensive skills in developing formula, establishing process, overseeing production and work and improve production process.
- Manege day to day projects, base on product briefs and development request.
- Identify solutions for formulations problems such as in stability, texture, payoff and or color matching.
- Discuss timing and project related aspects with Lab Manager.
- Interface with suppliers.
- Attend training and supplier's day.
- Helps in the product testing and development of pharmaceuticals or households products, like cleaners, cosmetics, and soaps.
- Duties include mixing different agents or compounds and performing tests, such as UV tests, to determine product safety and potential for use.
- Knowledge of three types of formulations, stages and timeline: Enteral formulations, parenteral formulations, Topical Formulations.
- Manage the main steps involved in product formulation development: Define product requirements, developing candidate formulations, Formula evaluation and optimization. Stability and shelf-life Testing. Packaging and manufacturing scale-up.
- Bilingual
- PC literate.
Liquid Room Compounder
Oxygen Development
05.2005 - 01.2008
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining compound mixing processes and implementing quality control measures.
- Documented daily production activities accurately for traceability purposes, aiding future audits and investigations if needed.
- Assembled and disassembled all tools and equipment required for batch-making process according to safety, GMP, quality and sanitation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to industry safety standards and regulations.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials to prevent stockouts or excessive storage costs, maintaining efficient operations.
- Developed new compounding techniques to improve product consistency, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.
- Developed of different types of emulsions (water in oil, oil in water) Responsible for developing concealer, highlighter, liquid cheek color, hot pours, foundations, cream to power formulas.
Assembler Electric Car Parts
Design Lighting LLC
05.2002 - 01.2005
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
National University,
Bogota Colombia12-1982
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Scale-up process experience
- GMP and GLP adherence
- Research and development experience
- Time management
Timeline
Senior Cosmetic Formulator
Jabaiduna Oils
03.2024 - 03.2024
Senior Cosmetic Formulate
BL BIO LAB, LLC
02.2024 - 02.2024
R&D Chemist
Oxygen Development
01.2008 - 10.2023
Liquid Room Compounder
Oxygen Development
05.2005 - 01.2008
Assembler Electric Car Parts
Design Lighting LLC
05.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
National University,
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