Product Development & Lab Operations Specialist

Addison Group; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 10–15 days

Retirement Savings Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a highly organized Product Development Specialist to support lab operations, product innovation, and customer sample fulfillment in a growing manufacturing environment in Sardis, MS. The role bridges Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Commercial teams and emphasizes meticulous documentation and responsiveness.

You will perform analytical testing, maintain development records, and assist with ISO processes while collaborating with QA/QC, Sales, and Customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science, Environmental Science) or an Associates with relevant experience.
• 1–2+ years in lab operations, product development, quality control, manufacturing, or related technical environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support lab and pilot plant activities related to new product development, formulation validation, and manufacturing scale‑up.
• Perform analytical testing following SOPs and quality procedures.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, development records, and product validation data.
• Manage customer sample program: prepare, package, ship, and track samples.
• Maintain finished goods samples and laboratory materials with inventory accuracy.
• Enter and maintain batch, lot, inventory, shipment, and product data in ERP and DMS.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and development summaries for leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Lab operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biology/Ag Science/Environmental Science

Associate degree with relevant experience

Job description

Addison Group is seeking a highly organized Product Development Specialist to support lab operations, product innovation, and customer sample fulfillment in a growing manufacturing environment in Sardis, MS. The role bridges Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Commercial teams and emphasizes meticulous documentation and responsiveness.

You will perform analytical testing, maintain development records, and assist with ISO processes while collaborating with QA/QC, Sales, and Customer