Product Development Associate

Growve•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Product Development Associate provides tactical support to departments involved in developing and manufacturing NutraSelf products, applying knowledge of product formulation, food safety, and good manufacturing and sanitation practices. The role supports product quality, safety, sanitation, and efficient production, and works with team members across the facility to understand quality, production, and sanitation principles and improve production flow. The associate supports production activities and product development, including weighing dietary supplement formulations, conducting benchtop experiments, preparing samples, maintaining materials and equipment, and assisting customers with product development services. Cross-training takes place throughout the facility in aspects of high-speed manufacturing. The work is full-time in a manufacturing environment in Ogden, Utah.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
Good interpersonal skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Effective organization, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Prioritize safety in all aspects of the job.
Be reliable, motivated, and organized, and able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-driven environment.
Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
Self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decisions.
Punctual and reliable attendance.
Able to work flexible hours and adapt to changes in orders and tasks.
Able to handle typical deadline-related stress and work toward improved results.
Ability to read, interpret, and effectively communicate policies and procedures to others.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in an R&D position; experience with a dietary supplement manufacturing company is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Meet safety expectations, wear required personal protective equipment and cGMP gowning, and follow safe practices.
Cross-train throughout the facility in aspects of high-speed manufacturing.
Provide technical support to production and help manufacture products in accordance with standard procedures, including kitting, mixing and blending, beadlet manufacturing, encapsulating, packaging, and labeling.
Prepare and maintain materials and equipment at the start, during, and end of production.
Weigh dietary supplement formulations for beadlets, flavored powders, and encapsulation.
Perform benchtop experiments and create new product samples.
Maintain an organized and clean laboratory space.
Assist customers and provide product development-related services.
Follow established procedures to ensure quality products and seek cost reductions where possible.
Work with personnel at all levels to support strong operational performance.