Research and Development Technician

Nutrastrips-Oral Dissolving Film Strips; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrastrips-Oral Dissolving Film Strips is seeking an R&D Technician to support formulation development and product assignments. Responsibilities include following SOPs, assisting with scale-up and batch down processes, and ensuring accurate sample preparation and data recording.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work with chemistry concepts are essential. Candidates should have manufacturing/R&D exposure, basic chemistry knowledge, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a relevant science (Chemistry, Food Science, Biology).
• Experience in a manufacturing setting and in R&D is required or preferred.
• Solid math skills and ability to follow procedures and SOPs.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP and GDP practices.
• Ability to stand for long periods during shifts.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and SOPs accurately.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and similar software.

Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs to perform job.
• Identify and help solve problems to improve performance.
• Assist with Development and Maintenance of Formulations
• Ensure Accurate Sample Preparation (weigh, measure, data record keeping)
• Proper Sample Collection
• Assist with Research
• Assist with Scale Up and Batch Down Processes in Full Production
• Proper Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Dispensing
• Mixing
• Film Making
• Packaging

Skills

Manufacturing experience

R&D experience

Mathematics basics

Chemistry basics

GMP/GLP/GDP knowledge

Stamina for standing

Reading and following instructions

MS Office proficiency

Education

B.S. in Chemistry, Food Science, or Biology

M.S. or B.S. with 3–5 years industry experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: R&D Technician
Department: Research & Development

Job Purpose: To assist and help support the R&D researcher or research team with product
development and developmental product assignments.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs to perform job.
• Identify and help solve problems to improve performance.
• Assist with Development and Maintenance of Formulations
• Ensure Accurate Sample Preparation (weigh, measure, data record keeping)
• Proper Sample Collection
• Assist with Research
• Assist with Scale Up and Batch Down Processes in Full Production
• Proper Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Dispensing
• Mixing
• Film Making
• Packaging

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in R&D
• Basic mathematical understanding
• Basic Chemistry Understanding
• Understanding of GMP, GLP and GDP
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and/or written instructions such as work instructions and SOPs.
• Computer proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and other office software programs
• B.S. in Chemistry, Food Science, or Biology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to read and communicate in English.
• Experience in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or Food Technology
• Scientific or Engineering background
• Attention to detail and the willingness to acquire new skills and learn on a daily basis
• M.S. (or B.S. + 3-5 years industry experience)

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Working Conditions: 40 hours per week (primarily 8:30am-5pm Monday to Friday), Occasionally needing to lift 30-50lbs, Ability to wear personal protective equipment.