Formulation Scientist

About This Role

This role involves developing and optimizing dietary supplement formulations, conducting bench-scale work, and ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. The scientist will support sampling, sensory evaluation, and testing to deliver high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bench- and pilot-scale supplement formulations (powders, blends, encapsulated products)
• Accurately weigh and combine ingredients, following Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs) and SOPs
• Support reformulations based on ingredient changes, costs, or manufacturability
• Identify and report potential issues (e.g., flow, segregation, hygroscopicity, and taste)
• Create and label formulation samples for internal and customer review
• Maintain sample logs and organized sample libraries, ensuring all samples match approved formulas
• Assist in developing and optimizing flavors for powder supplements
• Conduct in-house tests (e.g., flow, density, visual/sensory checks) and prepare samples for external analysis
• Complete all records, worksheets, and logs accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure documentation is thorough and audit-ready in compliance with FDA cGMP (21 CFR Part 111) and SOPs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field (or equivalent supplement manufacturing experience)
• Experience with dietary supplements, powders, or encapsulation
• Familiarity with FDA dietary supplement cGMPs (21 CFR Part 111)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field
• Entry level with applicable experience

Nice to Have

• Exposure to flavor systems, sweeteners, or masking agents