Job Description

Founded in 2004, manufacturing innovative health products for the world's leading brands, we are an award-winning industry leader in the field of full-service nutraceutical supply. We specialise in the production of the highest quality Tablets, Capsules, Gummies, Softgels, and Powder Blends.

Our Vision

Shape the Future of Nutraceuticals with Market Leading Innovation, Quality & Collaborative Partnerships.

Our core focus is to be Healthier Together:

Learn, Grow & Succeed as a Team. Energise, Align & Motivate Teams to Inspire & Drive Change. Empower, Support, & Equip Teams to accomplish our Vision. Achieve Best-in Class Performance for Quality, Compliance, Safety & Environment across the business.

Role Summary

Specifically focusing on our diverse product range that includes, Tablets, Capsules, Gummies, Softgels, and Powder Blends, our team of

Product Development Scientists

play a crucial role in our realisation of being the global leader in the vitamin, mineral, and supplement innovation.

Maximising our potential to shape the future of nutraceuticals with market leading Innovation, the successful candidate will work collaboratively in researching, developing, and optimising the manufacturing processes for current and future nutraceutical products; this includes formulating new products, scaling up production, and validating processes to ensure they meet the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Formulation and Product Development:

Developing new nutraceutical formulations, considering ingredients, dosages, and delivery systems.

Process Optimisation:

Improve existing manufacturing processes, including raw material selection, equipment modifications, and process parameters.

Process Validation:

Conduct trials and experiments to validate new processes and ensure they meet quality and regulatory standards with the ability to translate laboratory-scale processes into large-scale manufacturing.

Quality Control:

Develop and implement quality control measures to monitor and maintain product quality throughout the development and full-scale manufacturing process.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain detailed records and technical reports of experiments, process development, and quality control data.

Collaboration:

Work with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, regulatory, and marketing, to ensure product development aligns with business objectives.

Troubleshooting:

Identify and solve problems that arise during the product development and manufacturing process.

Innovation:

Generate new ideas for product improvements and advancements in manufacturing processes.

Regulatory Compliance:

Stay informed about and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines for nutraceutical products.
The ideal candidate will possess a proactive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, own a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and communication abilities to enable effective contribution to the design, development, and testing of new products. In essence, can navigate the complexities of the product development process with a collaborative spirit that contributes effectively to the creation of innovative and successful products.

Skills/Experience/Qualifications

The role of

Product Development Scientist

is multifaceted and requires both industry-specific qualifications and technical abilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Formal Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant scientific field, such as biochemistry, food science, horticultural, applied life sciences, or pharmacy.

Experience

Experience in nutraceutical product development, formulation, or manufacturing is highly desirable.

Skills

Technical Proficiency:

Strong knowledge of relevant scientific principles, materials, and processes is essential for designing and developing products that meet specific requirements.

Analytical Skills:

Ability to analyse data, interpret results, and draw conclusions is crucial for identifying issues and developing solutions.

Problem-Solving:

Ability to face complex challenges and able to think critically and creatively to find effective solutions.

Communication:

Ability to effectively communicate technical information to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.

Attention to Detail:

Precise attention to detail capabilities to ensure optimum product quality, performance, and safety standards.

Adaptability:

Dynamic ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.

Drive and Enthusiasm:

A passion for innovation and a strong work ethic are essential for successfully navigating the challenges of product development.

Organisational Skills:

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

IT Skills:

Proficiency in relevant software and tools for design, analysis, and communication.

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse teams is important.

Leadership and Management:

Ability to lead, motivate, and delegate tasks.

Business Acumen:

Understanding of business principles and how your role impacts business successes.

Available Benefits

Join the market leaders in the field of full-service nutraceutical supply. Located in Hemswell Cliff, Lincolnshire - we are commutable from Lincoln, Scunthorpe, Grimsby, Gainsborough, & Doncaster areas. Role specific non-Contractual Bonuses. Incremental holiday scheme. Company pension and benefit schemes. Career development and progression opportunities. Free on-site & secure car parking. Employee welfare initiatives. Loyalty bonus schemes. Smarter flexible working opportunities. Free employee refreshments. Employee 'Health-Hub' with access to discounted nutraceutical products. Employee social events.

Applications

If you would like to apply for this role or require more information, please contact the HR Department on 01427 666000.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and covering letter to the HR Department.

We will ask for references after making a conditional offer. All external appointments are subject to two satisfactory work references. One must be the applicant's present or most recent employer.

In exceptional cases, either one or both references do not need to be work references. This may apply to school-leavers, or returners to work after a long career break. Where this is the case, we will seek character references instead.

We operate a No Agency Recruitment Process.

All data is collected & managed in accordance with The Data Protection Act 1998.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,500.00-35,720.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person