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Associate Scientist - Gummy Products

Associate Scientist - Gummy Products

Piping Rock

Sunrise, FL • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Piping Rock rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The Associate Scientist, Gummy Products, in collaboration with the Senior Formulation & Process Engineer, Gummy Products is responsible for all aspects of product formulation, product/process development, scale up and commercialization of dietary supplement dosage forms.
Responsibilities:
  • Develops robust formulations and processes for new immediate release and modified gummy products.
  • Conducts scientific experiments to create prototype products.
  • Provides technical support and troubleshooting for existing manufactured products.
  • Maintains the R&D lab areas with respect to cleanliness and ordering of lab supplies.
  • Evaluates new raw material for pre-formulation assessment in new products to ensure performance and compliance to regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluates alternate vendor materials for existing products with respect to cost savings and availability of supply.
  • Prepares sensory specifications and conducts sensory evaluation of new and existing raw materials and products where required.
  • Prepares appropriate documentation and test results for accuracy and completeness and compliance with SOPs/GMP requirement.
  • Prepares Master Batch Records, Bulk Specifications and processing instructions for new products and revisions to existing products.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Science or related science with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in product development in food, nutraceutical or pharmaceutical industries.
  • Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Science or related science with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels within the organization.
  • Ability to interact professionally and effectively with cross-functional groups such as Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement in order to accomplish project goals.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with product/process development, processing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements and a foundation in chemistry, mathematics, pharmaceutics and/or food science.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem- solving skills.
  • Must comply with GMP requirements.
  • Proficient in basic computer skills such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Knowledge of specialized software applications such as Stat Graphics and Minitab is preferred.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities may change frequently, which requires a shift in focus and flexibility.

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours
  • Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment

We proudly offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance and more!
We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses!
Founded in 2011, Piping Rock Health Products has gone on to win Long Island's Top Workplaces Award 6 years in a row & securing the spot as Top Supplement Manufacturing Company 2024 by Food Business Review! Supported by a group of vitamin visionaries with over 40 years of industry experience and a carefully curated team of talented associates. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer with an unwavering commitment to creating quality wellness products. We believe that family always comes first, and that the dedication of our associates is the key ingredient to our success.
We are drug free workplace, regulated by the FDA, required to follow Federal Guidelines; therefore in order to start as well as maintain employment, you must be able to successfully clear drug screening processes, which include testing for all illegal substances per Federal Guidelines.
Piping Rock Health Products, INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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