Job DescriptionJob Description
The employer pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee, and we also provide a generous PTO package + MORE!!
Exact pay is dependent upon experience.
Alternative Laboratories is hiring for an R&D Scientist at our Fort Myers, Florida location. This is a significant role within the company and the R&D formulation function. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Develop and make lab and pilot scale samples of custom dietary supplement blends, functional nutrients, and powdered beverages. Develop formulations for a variety of dosage (capsules, powders, tablets, and granulating) and delivery forms that support Sales and Marketing needs. Interpret customer requests into prototypes. Respond to customer requests in a timely and thoughtful manner. Manage R&D process from ideation through successful, efficient, reproducible production. Prioritize and manage multiple projects to achieve project deadlines. Vet, categorize, and prioritize new business and new product development. Work within R&D and Operations teams to troubleshoot technical, formulation, and processing issues during product development and Commercialization. Identify things that can go wrong in advance and develop preventive solutions. Work with the Purchasing team and R&D Scientists to generate new formulations, and sourcing of new or existing raw materials for cost analysis and feasibility. Maintain accurate project information, formulations, and specifications. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department in the development of proper documentation for new formula and product development projects. Work with R&D teams, manufacturing, supply chain, etc. on scale-up and transfer of developed formulations to the plant. Responsible for maintaining raw material inventory for day-to-day project activity Ability to train others, effectively delegate assignments, and manage timelines. Assist with the implementation of SOPs and other regulatory requirements. Create monthly reports tracking project progress. Keep equipment logbooks in accordance with R&D guidelines. Required Qualifications: Thorough understanding of developing dietary supplements. Hands-on experience operating Tablet, Capsule, Granulation manufacturing process equipment such as Tablet Press, Capsule Filling, Coating, wet and dry Granulator, FBD, encapsulation technology etc. Accountability for your own projects and timelines. Knowledge of and experience with flavoring systems. Accurately collecting, recording, maintaining, and reporting scientific data. Carefully document and communicate project details internally and to the customer. Adherence to company's rules and regulations and active SOPs and cGMPs. Comply with company procedural guidelines, laboratory procedures, and safety programs. Effective communication with others, especially on key project issues. Maintain company and customer confidentiality. Qualifications: B.S. or higher in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, Pharmaceutical sciences, or Chemical engineering, or equivalent experience. 3+ years prior experience in food, dietary supplements, or similar industry. Ability to develop and make lab samples of custom dietary supplements based on nutritional targets as well as to consumer sensory acceptance. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel specifically). Good interpersonal and presentation skills to share development work within the organization and with customers. Strong documentation, organization, troubleshooting and time management skills. Familiarity with good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and regulations for dietary supplements (DSHEA) preferred. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work in a physically challenging environment: lift 25 pounds and move up to 50 pounds when working with bulk ingredients, operate pilot scale equipment. Benefits: Employer pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee Health Savings Account 401(k) Generous PTO Paid Holidays Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Critical Illness and Critical Accident Basic Life and AD&D Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program Employer participates in E-Verify.