SR. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Seeking a talented Product Development Senior Associate!

Your role will develop formulations and processes for products and provide formulation and pre-formulation support for all new product development projects. The ideal candidate is self motivated, with a passion for the nutraceutical industry, extremely strong with client relationships with a knowledge of manufacturing processes.

My client is a growing and successful contract manufacturing company for the nutritional industry nationwide who work exclusively with clients to make powder drinks, pre-mix, dietary capsules and more.

DUTIES

• Works with new and existing Customers along with the Sales to develop and formulate existing and/or new products.
• Proposes and evaluates formulation strategies for research and development compounds.
• Records, compiles, analyzes research data and evaluation procedures.
• Identifies and prepares research quality dosage formulations for oral administration.
• Conducts physicochemical characterization of new compounds (solubility and stability).
• Inputs customers new and/or revised products into a formula form and prepares it for quotation process.
• Reviews all raw material product specifications and is responsible for final product formulations and bottling specifications.
• Prepares regulatory documents as appropriate and updates records in regards to formulas and formula costs.
• Evaluates data received from contract research organizations.
• Works with purchasing to locate and approve new raw materials and suppliers.
• Helps troubleshoot manufacturing problems related to formulation/out of spec tablets and capsules.
• Maintains and develops scientific awareness and identifies potential opportunities
• Develops professional skills to enhance job expertise and awareness of company policies for GMP, SOP, and safety regulations.
• Works within the limits of Prop 65 and compiles the research/library
• Generates supplement/nutritional fact panels by building library and Genesis Software.
• Responsible for checking labels and supplement facts against formulations for the first runs.
• May work with OU Kosher/CCOF c to gather data or achieve certifications
• Creates and maintains quality in an ever-changing and developing environment.
• May need to work under R&D in the lab when necessary.
• Creates new finished product, raw material and packaging part numbers in DBA.
• Update and add product formulas into DBA utilizing the BOM utility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in related field or equivalent required
• 3-5 years related experience or equivalent. Experience in nutritional industry preferred
• Commitment to excellence and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities
• Acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, computer and equipment validation, GMPs, and product/process validation
• Above Average Math Skills: Required for weight conversions, percent activities, heavy metal calculations, label reviews, understanding a COA/spec sheet/, molecular weights, etc.
• Proficient on MS Word/Outlook, Excel, MRP Software, preferably DBA Manufacturing