R&D TECHNOLOGIST at BEST FORMULATIONS INC in City of Industry, California

Job Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Research and Development Technologist is responsible for all aspects product development and commercialization-related activities, including quotation, product/process development, commercialization, and on-going production support of dietary supplement and pharmaceutical dosage forms. Provides functional technical support to Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality and other functional areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited, to:

• Develops robust product formulations in accordance to customer specifications, business requirements, and good manufacturing practices (Dosage forms: Tablets, Capsules, Softgels, Powders, Teas, Liquids, etc.)


• Prepares technical documentation relevant to product development and commercialization, including, but not limited to: Quotations, DSHEA or NLEA-compliant labels, Master Batch Records, Raw Material Specification, Finished Product Specifications, Verification protocols, Bulk labels, Customer forms, etc.


• Source raw materials, obtain price quotes, vendor documentation, etc.


• Coordinates production and/or produces product prototypes for internal and/or customer evaluation, or to ensure robustness of commercial formulations


• Identifies and develop new technologies, product ideas and cost savings


• Provides technical assistance to Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality and other organizations


• Conducts production trouble-shooting, identifies product & process related opportunities and implements solutions


• Maintains accurate records of all projects and assignments.


• Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.


• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.


• Perform other job duties related to the job, as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or abilities required for the job:

• Excellent written and oral communications skills with high level of attention to detail.


• Excellent planning & organizational skills and ability to self-manage for managing numerous priorities


• Good knowledge and practical experience with product/process development, processing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements and a firm foundation in chemistry, mathematics, pharmaceutics and/or food science.


• Good knowledge and understanding of nutritional ingredients, products, formulations, and their claims.


• Ability to robustly formulate, develop and successfully commercialize new products in manufacturing fast-paced environment.


• Ability to problem solve complex manufacturing issues, make recommendations and presentations in the area of expertize


• Proficient PC skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, typing (min. 45-50 wpm)).


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.


• Ability to maintain a positive, professional, cooperative demeanor, and working relationship with peers, management, employees, and other individuals that interact with this position.


• Ability to comply with Company policies, procedures, work rules, and protocols.

• Ability to adapt effectively to workplace changes and new job duties/responsibilities.


• Ability to represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

The appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are achievable through the following combination of education, work experience and training:

• Four-year college or university degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or other relevant science; plus


• 4 or more years of work experience in Nutraceutical, Food, Pharmaceutical, or related industries; or


• Any combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successful perform the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The essential functions of this job require the employee to perform the following physical activities during the course of work:

• Communicates orally with management, employees, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, governmental compliance agencies, and the general public by telephone or in person, in one-on-one or group settings.


• Regularly uses a telephone, computer (e-mail) and fax for communication.


• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during the course of work shift.

• Routinely required to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, and reach, in the performance of job function.


• Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.


• Requires agility to operate multiple telephone lines with the use of hands and head-set.


• Lifting limitations for this position: 25-30 lbs.


• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.


• Requires incumbent to sit and operate computer for extended periods of time during course of work day, and the ability to proficiently use the computer key-board for typing.


• Noise level for this work environment is typically low to moderate.

Note: The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.