R&D Laboratory Coordinator

Catalent • Manassas, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Laboratory Coordinator supports new product initiatives and works with R&D Laboratory Technicians to create prototypes and maintain laboratory operations. The role involves accurate documentation, managing materials and supplies, and preparing samples for customer review. It is a hands-on position where attention to detail and organization are essential.

The role is based at Catalent’s approximately 70,000-square-foot Manassas facility, which supports Consumer Health programs from early development through commercial manufacturing and packaging. The facility is designed for dietary supplement and food-safety cGMP operations. The position is 100% onsite and scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in food preparation or the food industry.
• Ability to work with cross-functional departments within the organization.
• Strong problem-solving, verbal communication, and listening skills, with analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented, with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to work well both in team-based and independent environments.
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office programs.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and responsible, with a high sense of ownership.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, sit, climb, or balance.

Nice To Haves

• Some college experience, especially in a science field.
• Previous experience in the confectionary industry.
• Familiarity with barcode scanners and warehouse inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Organize daily activities according to business priorities provided by R&D scientists or R&D Laboratory Technicians.
• Maintain accurate records of R&D materials, equipment, and samples stored in all R&D areas, following established practices and procedures.
• Maintain accurate laboratory and project work documentation.
• Keep the laboratory clean and organized, including managing supplies inventory, maintenance, and routine cleaning.
• Prepare samples for shipment to customers.
• Formulate and create bench-top samples for presentation to internal and external customers, while remaining aware of current plant process capabilities.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Health and Safety rules, and prescribed personal protective equipment requirements.
• Apply knowledge of GMPs and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) in daily work.
• Participate in required training to perform job responsibilities.
• Follow exact instructions, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) procedures.
• Taste prototype products and participate in taste panels as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Site-based employee engagement activities, including potlucks, cookouts, and monthly birthday recognitions.
• Employee Resource Groups promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Environmentally friendly and community engagement initiatives.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
• WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness.
• Perkspot program offering discounts from over 900 merchants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED