R&D Gummy Formulator

MeriCal®; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Generous PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

MeriCal is seeking a talented R&D Gummy Formulator to develop new formulas and improve existing ones, collaborating across cross-functional teams to meet customer needs with efficiency and reliability.

You will lead benchtop, pilot and scale-up runs, review documentation, ensure cGMP compliance, and work with operations, quality and purchasing to drive successful product launches.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutraceutical industry and ingredient usage.
• Experience with gummy formulation or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop formulas for quotes for new and existing business opportunities.
• Create products via benchtop, pilot, and scale-up runs with cross-functional partners.
• Lead formulation revisions to meet customer needs and regulatory requirements.
• Review deviations with quality teams and approve process changes.
• Prepare and revise manufacturing directions and labeling documents.
• Collaborate with purchasing, manufacturing, inventory, QA/QC, sales, and service.
• Monitor scale-up and production runs, troubleshoot issues, share insights.
• Adhere to cGMPs, SOPs, and safety procedures.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Minimal supervision

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Typing accuracy

Education

B.A./B.S degree + 3 years nutraceutical/manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

The Opportunity

The R&D Gummy Formulator is responsible for developing new formulas or improving current formulas to meet customer expectations with good efficiency and process reliability through cross-functional partnerships.

What You’ll Do

• Lead or assist with the development of formulas for the generation of quotes for new and existing business opportunities.
• Develop new products through benchtops, pilots and scale-up runs collaborating with gummy technician, R&D operation specialist, and process engineer.
• Spearhead formulation revisions based on customer's needs, process improvement, regulatory and quality requirement, and alternative raw material supplier etc. and validate the revision through benchtop, pilot or scale-up runs.
• Work with gummy operations and quality teams closely to review and approve deviations, such as the "process modification with impact" statement.
• Check and approve documents such as Product Label Information (PLI), Nutritional Information and Bulk Specification Forms, create and revise Manufacturing Directions and formulation translation documents, etc.
• Interface and collaborate with internal departments including purchasing, manufacturing, inventory control, quality assurance/quality control, sales and customer service as required.
• Monitor the scale-up and production runs and help troubleshoot issues as needed; summarize and share the insights with the cross-functional teams.
• Adhere to company guidelines, including cGMPs, SOPs and safety procedures.

What You’ll Bring

• B.A./B.S degree and 3 years of experience in Product Development/Manufacturing Technology in the nutraceutical or food industry.
• Experience in the development of dietary supplement products or other consumer goods products is required and experience in gummy formulation or manufacturing is preferred.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Must possess knowledge pertaining to the nutraceutical industry and must be well versed in a variety of ingredients, their usage, forms, activities, and all other relevant physical characteristics as well as understanding how standard manufacturing equipment works.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while always remaining productive.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and phone etiquette.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Accurate typing ability.

The Perks

• No-cost vision insurance (yes, you read that right!), employer-paid life insurance, paid company holidays, generous paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.
• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans tailored for you and your dependents.
• Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan and more!

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $85,000- $100,000.

The compensation offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and/or education.

MeriCal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.

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