R&D Laboratory Coordinator

Catalent Pharma Solutions • Manassas, VA

2d • 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 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, with dietary supplement and food-safety cGMP operations. The position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The coordinator organizes daily work according to priorities provided by R&D scientists or technicians; maintains records of R&D materials, equipment, samples, and project work; and manages laboratory supplies, organization, routine cleaning, and maintenance. The role also involves preparing customer samples for shipment, formulating and creating benchtop samples for internal and external review, and tasting prototypes or participating in taste panels as needed. The employee must follow SOPs, cGMPs, HACCP practices, health and safety rules, and prescribed PPE requirements, and complete required training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in food preparation or the food industry.
• Ability to work with cross-functional departments.
• Strong problem-solving, verbal communication, and listening skills, with analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Detail orientation and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office programs.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and responsible, with a high sense of ownership.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and calculate 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 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 benchtop samples for presentation to internal and external customers while remaining aware of current plant process capabilities.
• Follow GMPs, HACCP practices, health and safety rules, SOPs, cGMP procedures, and prescribed personal protective equipment requirements.
• Participate in required training to perform job responsibilities successfully.
• 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 exclusive discounts from over 900 merchants.

What This Job Offers

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