R&D Gummy Formulator

Merical • Anaheim, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Gummy Formulator is responsible for developing new formulas or improving current formulas to meet customer expectations with good efficiency and process reliability through cross-functional partnerships.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S degree and 3 years of experience in Product Development/Manufacturing Technology in the nutraceutical or food industry.
• Experience in the development of dietary supplement products or other consumer goods products is required.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Must possess knowledge pertaining to the nutraceutical industry and must be well versed in a variety of ingredients, their usage, forms, activities, and all other relevant physical characteristics as well as understanding how standard manufacturing equipment works.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while always remaining productive.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and phone etiquette.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Accurate typing ability.

Nice To Haves

• experience in gummy formulation or manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist with the development of formulas for the generation of quotes for new and existing business opportunities.
• Develop new products through benchtops, pilots and scale-up runs collaborating with gummy technician, R&D operation specialist, and process engineer.
• Spearhead formulation revisions based on customer's needs, process improvement, regulatory and quality requirement, and alternative raw material supplier etc. and validate the revision through benchtop, pilot or scale-up runs.
• Work with gummy operations and quality teams closely to review and approve deviations, such as the "process modification with impact" statement.
• Check and approve documents such as Product Label Information (PLI), Nutritional Information and Bulk Specification Forms, create and revise Manufacturing Directions and formulation translation documents, etc.
• Interface and collaborate with internal departments including purchasing, manufacturing, inventory control, quality assurance/quality control, sales and customer service as required.
• Monitor the scale-up and production runs and help troubleshoot issues as needed; summarize and share the insights with the cross-functional teams.
• Adhere to company guidelines, including cGMPs, SOPs and safety procedures.

Benefits

• No-cost vision insurance
• employer-paid life insurance
• paid company holidays
• generous paid time off
• sick leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive wellness program
• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans tailored for you and your dependents.
• Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level