Suzanna Matinyan
Pacoima
Summary
Aspiring R&D Formulation Scientist with a solid foundation in cosmetic science and a strong academic background in chemistry. Experienced in quality assurance, GMP compliance, and lab operations, with hands-on exposure to custom hair care manufacturing and microbial testing. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Cosmetic Science, with a passion for formulation development and innovation in personal care. Eager to contribute scientific curiosity, precision, and dedication to a collaborative R&D environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Formulator
Prose
Commerce
03.2025 - Current
- Process custom hair care orders through the proprietary Order Management System (OMS), ensuring accurate selection and dispensing of base and complex ingredients per personalized formulations.
- Operate high-speed mechanical mixers and perform manual blending to produce made-to-order products that meet Prose’s quality standards.
- Maintain consistent production workflow to meet or exceed daily output targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Fill out daily paper work needed by Quality and for retaining batch records.
- Keep adequate inventory levels of WIP bases and complex raw materials and replenish missing items before the end of each shift.
- Collaborate with team members to uphold clean, safe, and compliant laboratory practices under GMP standards.
- Adapt to evolving tasks as assigned by supervisors, maintaining focus on accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Certified Laboratories
Burbank
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Oversee all equipment management including scheduling third party vendors for annual/repair services, organizing equipment documentation, and perform equipment verifications as needed.
- Review Certificate of Analysis (CoA) reports from the Document Control department and equipment calibration certificates.
- Conduct validation and uniformity studies on equipment including stability environmental chambers, incubators, and refrigerators/freezers.
- Prepare, track and review QA documentation required to maintain the Quality Management System.
- Work directly with lab personnel to ensure proper PPE, documentation, and labeling are enforced routinely in the laboratory.
- Prepare and revise Standard Operating Procedure(s) and execute revisions as needed.
- Coordinate and maintain Document & Equipment Change Control procedures.
- Assist with facilitating external/client & regulatory audits.
- Perform annual GMP/GLP internal audits and generate Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs) if required.
- Review testing activities related to OOS investigations.
- Review client batch records.
- Conduct routine SOP training and maintain training program documentation.
- Assist with onboarding new employees.
- Assist the QA Director with training personnel on required SOPs, refreshers, and safety trainings.
- Ensure First Aid kits are fully stocked and complaint with OSHA standards.
- Execute daily QA functions as directed by the QA Director.
Microbiology Technician
Certified Laboratories
Burbank
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Assist in microbial challenge testing to assess preservation efficacy of products.
- Dispense raw materials, bulk samples, and finished products for testing.
- Prepare media for microbial quality analysis and record test logs.
- Test water samples using filtration system.
- Assist in microbial challenge testing of new products to determine adequacy of preservation.
- Dispense raw materials, bulk samples, and finished products for challenge and suitability testing.
- Organize and maintain logbooks for finished products, pH, and calibrations.
- Prepare and maintain media for microbial quality and preservative adequacy testing.
- Assemble and perform testing on water samples using a filtration system.
Student Assistant
California State University, Northridge
Northridge
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Provide excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Maintain scheduled office hours and assist with daily office operation as determined by the department director.
- Answer calls on multi-line phone systems.
- Data entry and file/organize paperwork.
- Manage social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter).
- Schedule meetings, events, etc. using Google Calendar.
Education
Master of Science - Cosmetic Science
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry; Minor in Marketing
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2022
Skills
- Custom Cosmetic Formulation
- GMP & ISO Compliance
- Quality Management Systems
- Laboratory Equipment Validation
- Preservative Efficacy Testing (PET/Challenge Testing)
- Lab Notebook Documentation / GLP Practices
- Team Collaboration
- Technical Communication
Languages
- English, Native
- Armenian, Native
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Armenian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Formulator
Prose
03.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Certified Laboratories
07.2022 - 01.2025
Microbiology Technician
Certified Laboratories
09.2020 - 07.2022
Student Assistant
California State University, Northridge
11.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Cosmetic Science
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry; Minor in Marketing
California State University, Northridge
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