R&D Technician

Premier Nutrition•Emeryville, CA

4d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will support the Research & Innovation team by creating, organizing, maintaining, and auditing key Product Development information using different tools and databases. The documentation and information accuracy and completeness are essential to label creation and critical to regulatory compliance. The candidate needs to exhibit a strong working knowledge of product or label development and a proficient computer skillset. This position will also support the day-to-day lab and pilot line operations and report to the Director of R&I.

Requirements

BS Food Science or related discipline.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment through excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), interpersonal and influencing skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple shifting priorities.
Self‑motivated, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines.
Detail-oriented and excellent computer skills are a must.
Possesses passion and a builder’s mindset for data management and creating different processes, reports, and presentations.
You'll spend a significant portion of your day working on a computer, reviewing data, creating reports, communicating with partners, and joining virtual and in-person meetings
This role requires frequent and ongoing use of a keyboard, mouse, phone, and other office technology
You'll regularly navigate multiple systems at once, analyze detailed information, and shift between competing priorities and deadlines
You'll communicate regularly with team members, cross-functional partners, external partners, and leaders through meetings, Outlook based email, messaging platforms such as Microsoft Teams, and presentations
Occasional movement around the office may be required for meetings, collaboration, and team activities
May occasionally lift or move office materials weighing up to 10 pounds

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a related field.
Ability to communicate cross‑functionally with internal leaders and external vendors.
Basic knowledge of Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015)

Responsibilities

Maintain and keep R&D tools and info up to date
Own system training- coordinate and/or provide training for the department and new team members as needed for new tools or processes.
Routinely audit R&D tools to ensure internal compliance and standard practices.
Identify opportunities to leverage tools in new ways.
Maintain and update R&D templates, forms and documents as assigned.
Routinely audit R&D documentation to ensure internal compliance and identify best practices.
Apply Record and knowledge Management principles to determine the life cycle of documents. Archives and/or inactivate records as needed. Requests for updated information as needed.
Support label development and claim substantiation process, artwork approvals (e.g., packaging change artwork) and other deliverables as assigned.
Perform routine tasks in lab or pilot line area per SOP or guidelines