Formulation Associate - R&D at RB LLC in Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Description:

Description

The role is to provide formulation and other technical support to new product innovations and launches within the VMS category.  Lead key projects, ensuring that these are executed to the standards required for dietary supplements.  Contribute to project work ensuring all required formulation, feasibility work, analysis, validation, stability testing, industrial trials and dossier preparation are performed on time and to the required standards.  Support the team with respect to required activities that support operations in shared laboratories (maintenance activities, audit preparations, etc.).  Effectively develop and supervise assigned talent and prioritize resources to effectively advance assigned VMS activities and projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educated to Degree level (Food Science, Chemistry, chemical engineering or other degree)Minimum 4-year R&D experience with a proven track record of delivery.
Experience and/or proven track record of successful formulation and delivery of technical projects in a Healthcare or VMS environment
Experience and skills with organization, prioritization, problem solving, resource planning, and risk management
Ability to both deliver independently and communicate in cross-functional project teams
Ability to display a degree of flexibility and adapt effectively to change.
Proactive mindset fitting with RB Core Values and able to exhibit entrepreneurial attributes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Develop new products and technologies based on relevant consumer insights in support of brand initiatives
•    Lead and advance multiple projects through the product development process
•    Work cross-functionally and lead project teams to achieve key milestones and objectives
•    Initiate and conduct experiments to validate product and process at bench top, pilot plant, and plant level.
•    Conduct descriptive and comparative sensory panels to characterize product attributes and quantify differences.  Analyze data and make recommendations based on statistical methods.
•    Respond effectively and efficiently to changes in project priorities and needs.
•    Ensure technical aspects of the assigned projects are carried out as per the agreed timings and standards, with any issues or risks clearly highlighted to line manager in a timely manner.
•    Prepare relevant product specifications and internal documentation and ensure all are approved prior to full production start-up.
•    Compile and circulate technical reports throughout the product development process.
•    Ensure all individual work adheres to RB Global Quality Manuals and relevant legislative, regulatory and health & safety requirements, including appropriate quality 
o    Specific function / project work may include: organizing and completing product stability studies, evaluating new raw materials, assisting in developing prototype formulations / products, supporting pilot scale-up and attending industrial trial manufacturing, contributing to team and continuous improvement initiatives, develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including.
•    Set objectives, conduct performance reviews and advise on the development of his/her team member(s) to enable them to achieve their full potential

At Reckitt:

You'll succeed because... 
...you're a creative and tenacious problem solver. You've led projects and worked in laboratories before so you're familiar with the methods and techniques used. Degree qualified in a scientific discipline, you're also able to communicate effectively with colleagues from different fields. Independently minded, you've a healthy curiosity and will actively seek out additional information when you need it.
 
You'll love it because... 
...you'll get to make an impact like never before. You'll be responsible for your own projects - we can't wait to listen to your ideas. The products you help us get out there will make people's lives better. Our iconic brands will provide an incredible platform for you. And our dynamic, ownership-driven culture will help bring the very best out of you, every day. 
 

Equality

In Return RB offers a very competitive salaries with excellent benefits and the chance to progress your career within a truly global organisation.
RB is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Nearest Major Market: Salt Lake City