Formulation Scientist I

Prinova•Carol Stream, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Formulation Scientist I supports the development, testing, and commercialization of nutritional Solutions formulation projects, along with increased customer visibility and a further role in internal processes. Under the guidance of senior scientists and the R&D Manager, this role builds foundational formulation knowledge, supports customer projects, and assists with documentation, scale-up activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

BS/BA Degree in Food Science/Nutrition/Chemistry/Biology preferred
Have experience working in a science-related field at a food company OR equivalent work in college
Either have process flow and design experience or have production blending experience (both are preferred).
Have a working understanding of Microsoft excel and word.
Have experience with reading and working with work orders and technical documentation.
Must have competence in analytical or mathematical calculations, especially those in stoichiometric and/or scale-up processes.
Be able to use wet chemical lab equipment including but not limited to lab scales.
Be able to manage small projects by themselves or with a team

Responsibilities

Design simple formulations and create technical documents
Work with the R&D sample lab on any scale-up projects that they may have
Learn and understand R&D’s role in the first batch approvals process for sample and commercial batches
Work with the Senior Formulation Scientist/R&D Manager as a backup for large customers
Enter and manage data for continuous improvement
Learn and help with work order review and process change control
Will complete other duties as assigned