Hossein Zoie
Riversdale,California
Summary
Senior Chemist, Formulator, and R&D Director with 40+ years of experience across cosmetics, personal care, household cleaning, and PET care products. Brings 15+ years of hands-on formulation expertise covering skin care (creams, lotions, serums, pomades), hair care (sulfate‑free shampoos, solid and liquid conditioners, hair oils and serums), colour cosmetics (lipsticks, mascaras, eyeliners, cream foundations), household cleaning products (laundry detergents, bleach, stain removers, natural surface cleaners), and PET care products (shampoos, conditioners, anti‑static sprays, stain and odour removers).
Proven leader with 15+ years in management, 10+ years in product design, and deep experience in procurement, machine operation, consulting, and full product lifecycle development. Extensive international manufacturing and production experience across the United States, New Zealand, and Iran, with a strong focus on GMP compliance, performance, scalability, and commercial readiness.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
Teamwork Packaging & Labayk Private Label Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current
- Lead R&D strategy, formulation, and scale-up for private label and contract manufacturing clients.
- Develop clean, compliant, and cost-effective formulas from concept to commercial production.
- Oversee raw material selection, supplier qualification, and regulatory alignment.
- Guide pilot, stability, and production scale-up to ensure consistent quality and performance.
- Support customers with custom colour matching, reformulations, and troubleshooting.
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
Adonis LLC – Contract Manufacturing & Private Label
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Directed end-to-end formulation and R&D operations for private label cosmetic and hygienic products.
- Led prototype development, colour matching, and performance optimisation.
- Supported technology transfer, pilot runs, and first commercial batches.
- Advised on raw material sourcing, cost optimisation, and regulatory readiness.
- Implemented stability testing programs and quality benchmarks for new product launches.
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
KBL Cosmetics – Contract Manufacturing & Private Label
01.2018 - 2021
- Led formulation projects from concept through commercialisation for multiple client brands.
- Performed advanced colour matching and prototype duplication.
- Conducted raw material and finished product testing.
- Led scale-up troubleshooting and pilot production batches.
- Supervised initial commercial production runs to ensure quality and compliance.
- Conducted stability testing and regulatory compliance assessments.
- Identified new raw materials, improved base formulas, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Recommended corrective actions for off-spec production batches.
- Maintained lab equipment and advised on repairs and upgrades.
Director | Formulator & Colour Matcher
New Zealand Tattoo Ink Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed and formulated permanent makeup inks.
- Performed precision colour matching for cosmetic pigments.
- Managed raw material sourcing and supplier coordination.
- Provided technical consultancy on ink performance and stability.
Production Manager | Executive Board Member
Kaj Cosmetics Co.
01.1986 - 01.2014
- Served as a core Board Member, contributing to strategic planning and production growth.
- Led formulation development and advanced colour matching across cosmetic and hygienic products.
- Directed sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and manufacturing machinery.
- Managed Environmental, Health & Safety programs and workforce training.
- Ensured full regulatory and audit compliance (customer, environmental, and safety authorities).
- Maintained a GMP-certified manufacturing facility with full product traceability.
- Led productivity improvement and waste elimination projects across operations.
- Trained production staff on SOPs and best manufacturing practices.
- Optimised material flow and plant layout to improve production efficiency.
- Developed labour standards and workflows for new product launches.
Cosmetic Manufacturing Technician (Intern)
Kaj Cosmetics Co.
01.1981 - 01.1986
- Assisted in formulation, compounding, sanitisation, and filtration processes.
- Operated processing, filling, and packaging machinery.
- Implemented early GMP procedures within production environments.
- Managed cosmetic and hygienic raw material sourcing and lab testing.
Education
Master's Degree - Applied Chemistry
Open University
Tehran, Iran11-1986
Associate's Degree - Chemistry
Ecole De Rosh
Switzerland03-1979
Skills
- Cosmetic & Hygienic Product Formulation
- Colour Cosmetics & Advanced Colour Matching
- GMP Manufacturing & Regulatory Compliance
- Production Management & Scale-Up
- Raw Material & Machinery Sourcing
- Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
- Stability Testing & Quality Control
- Process Optimisation & Cost Reduction
- Team Leadership & Technical Training
- New Product Development (NPD)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
Teamwork Packaging & Labayk Private Label Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
Adonis LLC – Contract Manufacturing & Private Label
06.2022 - 06.2024
Senior Chemist | Formulator | R&D Director
KBL Cosmetics – Contract Manufacturing & Private Label
01.2018 - 2021
Director | Formulator & Colour Matcher
New Zealand Tattoo Ink Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
Production Manager | Executive Board Member
Kaj Cosmetics Co.
01.1986 - 01.2014
Cosmetic Manufacturing Technician (Intern)
Kaj Cosmetics Co.
01.1981 - 01.1986
Master's Degree - Applied Chemistry
Open University
Associate's Degree - Chemistry
Ecole De Rosh