Scientist I

HBI Amerilab Technologies is a growing and leading US manufacturer in the development, manufacturing, and packaging of effervescent tablets, and effervescent and non-effervescent powders in stick packs and sachets, and we are currently seeking skilled and experienced Scientist I to join our team.

The Scientist I is responsible for development of product formulations, identifying and sourcing new components, production of development batches from bench to commercial scale. Management of development project workload against timelines and commitments. Sampling and analysis of development batches. Coordinate analytical testing and scale-up to production.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assists with product development and product line extensions
• Create feasibility formulas for cost estimation
• Writes procedures for and conducts scientific experiments and studies with appropriate follow up activities and reporting with supervision.
• Creates master production batch documentation and bill of materials based on master formulas and ingredient packaging information for new formulations.
• Utilizes new technology and innovation to develop new product ideas.
• Performs process testing to insure product and component performance, manufacturability, stability etc.
• Leads the coordination of required documentation for master formulas, blending and tableting records.
• Scale-up of production formulations, recommend procedures, handling, specialized equipment, etc.
• Coordinate activities with Quality and Operations on new products.
• Establish raw material and product specifications in coordination with Quality.
• Provide formulation samples to customer with appropriate follow-up.
• Writes protocols and summary reports for development activities.
• Investigates production problems dealing with formulation, blending and tableting.
• Keeps accurate and up to date lab notebook records.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Safety Protocol:

• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary from time to time.

Qualifications:
Education / Experience / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science.
• 3-7 years’ experience in a product development role within a dietary supplement,
• pharmaceutical or dry food manufacturing company.
• Experience in flavor development and optimization preferred.
• Effervescent experience a plus.
• Blending and tableting experience a plus.

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of scientific development principles and language.
• Knowledge of CFR Title 21, Part 111 and 101 regulations.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of GMPs and FDA regulations.
• Ability to think creatively and demonstrate the use of new technology and innovation in development.
• Ability to recognize problems and establish a plan for solving the problem.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, self-starter with a demonstrated desire to coach and mentor others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain and develop working relationships across functional areas.
• Ability to maintain accurate, legible and complete documentation.
• Computer proficiency and working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.

At HBI Amerilab Technologies, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and engaging work environment that fosters growth and development. We offer competitive pay, annual bonus, benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off (PTO), opportunities for advancement, tuition reimbursement, and more.

If you are a motivated and skilled Scientist I with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply today and join our dynamic team at HBI Amerilab Technologies.