R&D Formulation Scientist

The Opportunity

Provide effective and functional technical support within the current R&D organization. Responsible for the development of powder products labeled as dietary supplements and/or foods for both new and existing Nellson customers. Provide data based technical leadership for innovation and product development from ideation to commercialization, utilizing standard best practices and procedures with hands on scale up and commercialization support. Collaborate with cross-functional disciplines to accomplish project goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the development of commercially successful and innovative new products for the powder business from concept to commercialization.
• Develop an effective relationship and work closely with Quality, Sales, Operations, and Nellson customers.
• Support and lead ideation and development of innovative products and platforms via formulation and/or process driven technologies using customer/marketing insights and existing/new technologies.
• Maintain awareness of market trends and comparative products
• Present and articulate product ideas and innovations to internal and external customers.
• Identify and qualify new equipment and/or processes for new product commercialization.
• Gain full command of the internal formulation system for food product development and commercialization.
• Run and monitor bench-top and manufacturing scale-up batches.
• Support R&D team through the identification and sourcing of new, novel ingredients.
• Support and lead product transfers from other processing locations for maximizing schedule flexibility, efficiency, and lowest cost production.
• Capture and analyze key process data to determine and communicate key process variables and execute corrective action steps.
• Assist R&D Sr Scientist in completing development and commercialization of new products.
• Ability to conduct shelf-life protocols, including the preparation and/or review of shelf-life testing protocols. Preparation and/or manufacture of shelf-life testing samples, Monitoring, evaluation, and summary of results for shelf-life test results.
• Develop a network of outside contacts such as customers, vendors, consultants, and educators.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the food industry.
• Requires a four-year college or university degree or its equivalent in Food Science, Nutrition Science, Food Engineering, or related science degree.
• Knowledge and experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) techniques.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills for trouble shooting.
• Knowledge and practical experience with powder blending, powder transfer, pneumatic conveyance, and packaging formats.
• Advance communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to speak effectively in front of groups of customers or employees.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Prioritizes and uses time effectively.
• Must work will in group problem solving and exhibit sound judgement.
• Ability to prioritize and use time effectively while managing competing demands.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and display a high amount of professionalism.
• Responds promptly to customer needs.
• A firm foundation in food science and food engineering is required.
• Solid product formulation skills. Firm understanding of ingredient functionality and nutrition.
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements for food and dietary supplement manufacturing and nutrition labeling (21 CFR 101 and 111)
• Strong product formulation skills. Firm understanding of ingredient functionality and nutrition.
• Experience conducting plant trials / process validation testing.

At Nellson, we invest in highly talented individuals and provide them with opportunities to continuously learn and grow to realize their full potential. Our state-of-the-art facilities, warehouses, and corporate offices offer a knowledgeable and professional environment to employees. By joining our performance-oriented team, you will be able to put your expertise to use and positively impact many groups across our production process.

Nellson offers competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and an outstanding benefits program that features:

* Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

* Generous Paid Time Off

* 401(k) with Company Match

* Flexible schedules

* Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement

* And Many More Employee-Friendly Programs!

Nellson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. You may visit our website at www.nellsonllc.com to view current job openings.