Florida Supplement Looking for Sr. Formulation Scientist in Miramar FL Full Time

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Responsible for the evaluation and development of nutraceutical formulas and formulation function throughout the entire process of manufacturing and production, by product specification, following cGMP’s and Standard Operating Procedures. Follow and ensure personnel complies with established procedures including standard operating procedures (SOP’s), cGMP’s, food safety regulations, and safety procedures.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Compliance with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) meet all operational requirements as specifiied by regulatory standards.
• Responsible for the process of evaluating current formulas and assisting with the development of new formulas for current and future products.
• Perfrom data retrieval, data analysis and reporting via use of Information Management Systems and/or Quality Management, or applicable internal reporting system.
• Assist with the evaluation of new and alternate raw materials to improve current products and develop new products.
• Communicate with manufacturing, production, and packaging personnel to identify and correct quality assurance issues throughout the process.
• Continually assess proper equipment set-up and operational issues, communciating same with off shift personnel and supervisor.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with others at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
• In case of absence of the department representactive of the food safety team. Responsible to comply with all food safety and food quality programs, procedures, and policies, or its references. If required, to be a member of the Food Safety team. Monitors production areas of changes to report deviations or actions that put at risk the food safety of the product. Ensure that all personnel in the company apply and meet with the established controls and follw all requirements applicable to the members of the team.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA

1. Previous Related Experience Required – Requires 2-4 years of practical experience in nutraceutical or pharmaceutical formulation, R&D, or related functions in a nutraceutical or pharmaceutical environment.
2. Technical Skills Required to Perform this Job – Working knowledge of pharmaceutical or nutraceutical formulation and R&D processes and techniques, including but not limited to good working knowledge of formulation, sampling, and testing techniques, and systems, solid dosage equipment and dosage form development, good knowledge of math, computer literacy, good written and oral communication skills, high degree of organizational skills and attention to details.
3. Education – Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science or other closely related discipline.
4. Other Certification/Training  Required to Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge – Working knowledge of Safety in the Workplace Rules and Regulations. Working knowledge of cGMP’s and SOP’s.

INDIVIDUAL SPECIFIC JOB TASKS

• Report directly to the Product Development Manager. Provide detailed up-to-date reports on current and new formulation, materials, specifications, OOS items or issues, in order to improve current products and develop new products. 
• Perform all assigned formulation tasks timely and accurately. Evaluate current formulas, help develop new formulas by evaluating new and alternate sources of raw materials, seek cost savings alternatives.
• Provide support to QC, including but not limited to process improvement, consistency and accuracy of processes, cost savings initiatives, troubleshooting, rework processes, development of prototypes, production of trial samples, scientific review and specification of raw materials.
• Maintain all required Standard of Quality throughout the entire process. Follow cGMP’s, SOP’s, MSDS specifications, Sampling and Formulation Plans, Safety in the Workplace Best Practices, OOS Best Practices, if and when applicable; adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times. Report any out-of-compliance items to the supervisor immediately.
• Demonstrate a successful track record in the improvement of current products and in the development of new solid dosage nutraceutical products.
• Able to work independently or in a team, to meet deadlines, pass inspections and audits and follow up on all projects assigned.
• Perform operational tasks as needed, requested, directed, or instructed by the supervisor/manager.
• Helps to maintain a positive working environment within the department.
• Helps in training co-workers’s to fill in departmental needs.
• Identifies any deficiences, constraints and/or problems that could impede the efficient process flow and assist and/or provide ideas and feedback to solve them.
• Resolve all issues with Department Manager.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Florida Supplement provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Florida Supplement complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.