Nutraceutical R&D Technician | Growth & 401k Match

Factory6 Inc.; Lindon (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Factory6 Inc. is seeking a Research and Development Technician to join our R&D team in Utah. This role supports formulation, testing, and refinement of dietary supplement products, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA standards.

The candidate will work closely with the R&D Manager, QA, Supply Chain, and Production, participating in lab-scale trials and scale-up, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field.
• Experience in dietary supplement/food product R&D (an internship or at least 1 year preferred).
• Working knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations.
• Ability to collaborate with personnel within and outside the R&D Department.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and refine new dietary supplement products.
• Conduct lab-scale experiments, physical/chemical testing (e.g., pH, moisture, bulk density), and stability assessments.
• Assist in raw material sourcing, qualification, and approval.
• Create and maintain detailed lab records, batch sheets, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Review raw ingredient documentation (COAs, MSDS) and ensure regulatory compliance (cGMP, FDA, DSHEA).
• Prepare and manage sample documentation for internal review and customer presentations.
• Work closely with all members of the R&D team on all projects and cross-functionally with Production during pilot runs.

Skills

R&D in food/dietary supplements

Regulatory knowledge (cGMP/FDA)

Cross-functional collaboration

Physical stamina (lifting 60 lbs, long

Attention to detail

Education

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

Job description

Factory6 Inc. is seeking a Research and Development Technician to join our R&D team in Utah. This role supports formulation, testing, and refinement of dietary supplement products, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA standards.

The candidate will work closely with the R&D Manager, QA, Supply Chain, and Production, participating in lab-scale trials and scale-up, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.