Bilingual Soft Chew Formulator

5th HQ; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

5th HQ in Miramar, FL is seeking a hands-on Soft Chew Formulator to lead our Human Soft Chews production while supporting the development of new supplement products.

The ideal candidate has a background in chemistry or food science and at least five years in FDA-regulated environments, with bilingual English/Spanish communication and strong GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required to communicate with staff.
• 5+ years in formulation/R&D in FDA-regulated industries (nutraceuticals, pharma, food).
• Strong GMP knowledge and production protocol experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily soft chew production, ensuring GMP and safety.
• Supervise staff and provide on-floor guidance.
• Assist formulation and scaling of new products with R&D."
• Manage raw materials, packaging, and finished goods inventory.
• Develop SOPs, batch records, and compliant documentation.
• Support logistics, labeling, and shipping prep.
• Identify process improvements to boost efficiency and quality.
• Contribute to cross-functional product innovation and compliance.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

GMP knowledge

Process optimization

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Soft Chew Formulator

Location:Miramar, FL

Schedule:Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Job Type:Full-Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on and innovative Bilingual Soft Chew Formulator to lead our Human Soft Chews production and support the development of new supplement products. This role combines daily production oversight with research & development (R&D) and process improvement responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry, food science, or a related discipline, and experience in FDA-regulated environments such as nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, or food manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the Human Soft Chew production area, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and GMP standards.
• Supervise and support production staff on the floor, providing guidance and problem-solving as needed.
• Assist with the formulation and scaling of new soft chew supplement products in collaboration with R&D and leadership.
• Maintain raw material, packaging, and finished goods inventory.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, batch records, and GMP-compliant documentation.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments; assist with pickups and logistics when necessary.
• Handle production-related administrative tasks such as label printing, batch number control, and shipping prep.
• Identify and support process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Contribute to broader cross-functional company initiatives, including product innovation and compliance updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or a related field.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) – required to communicate effectively with production staff and cross-functional teams.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a formulation and/or R&D role within an FDA-regulated industry (e.g., nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, food, personal care).
• Strong knowledge of GMP standards and production protocols.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and project management skills.
• Hands-on, collaborative approach with a problem-solving mindset.