Gummies production chemist

Viencee Pharma Science; Dehradun; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Viencee Pharma Science is seeking an experienced Gummy Chemist / R&D Formulation Scientist with 4-6 years of hands-on experience to develop nutraceutical gummies in Dehradun region.

You will lead formulation, trials, scale-up, stability studies and tech transfer, coordinating with Production, QA and Regulatory teams to deliver compliant gummy products. Strong knowledge of pectin/gelatin gummies, taste masking, formulation optimization and documentation is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in gummy formulation and end-to-end product development.
• Hands-on with gelling systems like pectin and gelatin.
• Experience with vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts and functional ingredients.
• Knowledge of pH, moisture, water activity, texture and stability testing.
• Familiarity with FSSAI nutraceutical product requirements.
• Excellent documentation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize nutraceutical gummy formulations end-to-end.
• Conduct trials, scale-up, stability studies and packaging considerations.
• Evaluate texture, taste, appearance, hardness, chewiness, and stability.
• Optimize formulations for pH, moisture and shelf stability.
• Troubleshoot sticking, sweating, crystallization, and color changes.
• Coordinate with QA, Regulatory, Procurement and Production teams.
• Prepare formulation sheets, trial reports, specifications and SOPs.
• Qualify raw materials and suppliers; conduct market comparison.
• Support technology transfer and manufacturing process development.

Skills

Gummy formulation

Manufacturing processes

Texture and sensory analysis

Stability testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation and SOPs

GMP/HACCP

Communication skills

Education

B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc. Chemistry / Food Technology / Food Science

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Gummy Chemist / R&D Formulation Scientist with 4-6 years of hands-on experience in developing and optimizing nutraceutical, vitamin, mineral, herbal and functional gummies.

The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end gummy product development, including formulation, trials, process optimization, stability studies, scale-up and technology transfer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize nutraceutical and functional gummy formulations.
• Handle formulations containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbal extracts, collagen, antioxidants and other active ingredients.
• Select and optimize gelling agents, sweeteners, flavors, colors, acids and functional excipients.
• Conduct laboratory-scale trials and evaluate texture, taste, appearance, hardness, chewability and stability.
• Optimize gummy formulations for pH, moisture, water activity, viscosity and shelf stability.
• Troubleshoot issues such as sticking, sweating, crystallization, deformation, poor texture, color changes and ingredient incompatibility.
• Conduct stability and compatibility studies and recommend suitable packaging conditions.
• Develop manufacturing processes and batch manufacturing parameters.
• Support scale-up from laboratory/pilot batches to commercial production.
• Prepare and maintain formulation sheets, trial reports, specifications, SOPs and product development documents.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Regulatory and Procurement teams.
• Evaluate and qualify suitable raw materials and suppliers.
• Conduct comparative analysis of market products and develop cost-effective and innovative gummy formulations.
• Support product improvement based on sensory evaluation and customer/market requirements.
• Ensure formulations comply with applicable FSSAI and nutraceutical product requirements.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of gummy formulation and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with pectin, gelatin and other gummy systems.
• Knowledge of sugar-free and low-sugar gummy formulations is preferred.
• Understanding of nutraceutical ingredients, active stability and ingredient compatibility.
• Knowledge of gummy cooking, depositing, molding, drying and coating processes.
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food/nutraceutical quality requirements.
• Good documentation and communication skills.

Educational Qualification

B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc. Chemistry / Food Technology / Food Science / related qualification.

Preferred Experience

4-6 years of relevant experience in gummy, nutraceutical, confectionery, food supplement or functional food product development.