R & D Formulation Specialist

DRVITA INC; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Plan with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Wellness program

Performance-based spot bonuses

Job summary

Nature's Lab, a division of DrVita, Inc, seeks an R&D Formulation Specialist to develop and optimize nutraceutical formulations across capsules, gummies, powders, and tablets. You will drive concept-to-production efforts, ensure stability, and work with cross-functional teams to scale processes.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, formulation science, and collaboration to deliver high-quality products while maintaining GMP standards and a focus on health and wellness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in tablet manufacturing, formulation, or related production processes.
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency: data entry, MS Office, and reviewing technical documents.
• Ability to document in GMP-compliant systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize nutraceutical formulations for various dosage forms, ensuring manufacturability, stability, and optimal performance.
• Apply formulation principles related to material behavior, compatibility, and product performance.
• Evaluate ingredient interactions and their impact on product quality, consistency, and shelf life.
• Identify and troubleshoot formulation challenges across formats using root cause analysis.
• Recommend formulation modifications to enhance performance and manufacturability.
• Develop scalable, production-ready processes for multiple dosage forms and transitions from development to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and QA to ensure seamless product development and scale-up.

Skills

Tablet manufacturing

Formulation

Data entry

GMP compliance

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic batch records (EBR)

ERP systems

Job description

Description

At Nature's Lab, a division of DrVita, Inc, we are committed to producing high-quality dietary supplements that improve the lives of our customers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated R& D Formulation Specialist to join our team.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of high-quality nutraceutical products across various dosage forms (capsules, gummies, powders, and tablets) . If you are passionate about formulation science, problem-solving, and driving product excellence from concept to production, we invite you to become part of our dynamic organization committed to health and wellness.

Duties include:

• Develop and optimize nutraceutical formulations for various dosage forms, ensuring manufacturability, stability, and optimal performance.
• Apply fundamental formulation principles related to material behavior, compatibility, and product performance to create effective products.
• Evaluate ingredient interactions and their impact on product quality, consistency, and shelf life.
• Identify and troubleshoot formulation challenges across all formats, utilizing structured problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Recommend formulation modifications to enhance product performance, stability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and refine scalable, production-ready processes for multiple dosage forms, ensuring smooth transition from development to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure seamless product development and scale-up.

Why People Like Working with Us

• Opportunities to grow with the company as we expand product lines.
• Collaborative team that values practical solutions and continuous improvement.
• Stable, full-time schedule with a focus on work-life balance.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees and their families.
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance coverage for all employees!
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan with up to 6% Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (8 holidays)
• Quarterly Vitamin Allowance (up to $150)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Performance based spot bonuses

Final candidate will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, as condition of employment in a GMP-regulated facility.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in tablet manufacturing, formulation, or related production processes.
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency, including the ability to:
  • Enter and maintain data in electronic systems
  • Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar programs
  • Review digital batch records, SOPs, and technical documents
• Ability to perform accurate documentation in compliance with GMP requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, or dietary supplement manufacturing.
• Experience operating tablet presses or similar compression equipment.
• Experience with formulation scale-up, pilot trials, or process optimization.
• Familiarity with electronic batch records (EBR), ERP systems, or quality management systems.
• Experience in gummies and tablets powders is a plus.
• Understanding of cGMP regulations and documentation practices.