Formulator, Functional Food & Chocolates

Position SummaryInnovative food formulator responsible for developing and optimizing healthy food products, including meal replacement bars, functional snacks, and premium chocolates. Combines food science, nutrition principles, and ingredient functionality to create products that meet taste, texture, shelf-life, cost, and regulatory requirements while aligning with brand and consumer wellness goals. Additional duties will be to contribute to and support corporate quality initiatives ensuring the Company has only the highest quality products.Other Essential Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesResponsible for quality and continuous improvement within the job scopeDevelop and refine formulations for nutrition bars, healthy snacks, and functional chocolate products using health-focused ingredientsResponsible for all actions/responsibilities as described in company-controlled documentation for this positionCorporate Meeting InvolvementTesting - General: Maintain testing documentation files Verify formulas documented in manufacturing software system with Formulation Sheet Coordinate signing off of all new/changed formulas Create test sheets (Excel software application) Issue tests Review test results with PD Management Submit PRE parameters to Planning and ProductionTesting - New Product: Perform tests. Liaison with Planning, Production, and QC Conduct bench-top trials, pilot runs, and production scale-ups to ensure product consistency and manufacturability Develop and maintain documentation and forms Establish required product specificationsTesting - Raw Materials: Research emerging ingredients, nutrition trends, and flavor profiles to support innovation and competitive product development Review results of raw material evaluation Assist QC in method development for material analysis Provide recommendations to PD Manager on feasibility of use of raw materials and/or make suggestions for possible changes Generate proposed material specifications and edit as neededProduction/Blending: Create Dispensing and Blending Recipes for all blends Review and/or sign all Blending Batch Tickets Assist Production to resolve raw material issues in manufacturing Evaluate production processes using statistical process-control methods in conjunction with Production staff Investigate/Track production issues involving raw materials and archive for future referenceCurrent Product Evaluation Characterize current products Evaluate ingredient functionality, allergen considerations, and compatibility within various product systems Identify methods to improve products from a raw material aspect Continually evaluate science, raw materials and trends of nutritional science for existing product improvementGenerate and pro: New product formulations Existing product formulations "FIX" formulas to deplete excess inventories of discontinued formulas, blended powders, and raw materialsCleaning Codes and Validation: Assign cleaning codes Coordinate with Production and QC to validate cleaning requirements Maintain formulas documented in software systemManufacturing Software System: Input formulas Input new raw materials Maintain formulas documented in software systemAd Hoc Projects: Assist Director on various projects as assigned All other outside projects shall be approved by Director, CEO and PD ManagerPerform other duties and responsibilities, as assignedWORK ENVIRONMENTDuties are performed primarily in a smoke-free office environmentProCaps Laboratories will require all employees be fully vaccinated or provide proof of a negative test on a weekly basis. RequirementsMINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry or related field in scienceMinimum of 2 - 5 years of formulations experience in the nutritional supplement industry or similar fieldBackground in science, health, or nutritionMust be detail oriented, highly organized and possess strong communication and technical skillsMust be able to interact effectively and professionally with individuals throughout the company, both verbally and in writingAnalytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, recommend solutions to various production issues, and prioritize workAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrated ability to juggle, organize, and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands, and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriateGood understanding of the impact of food and nutrients on healthWorking knowledge of computers and aptitude to learn new programsProficient in MS OfficePhysical RequirementsFrequent sittingAble to lift up to 25 lbsBenefitsProCaps provide :A competitive salary!Excellent Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance $0 *** when you qualify for the Wellness Program!Paid Time Off, Eight (8) Company Holidays 401k with 4.5% match 100% Company Life Coverage 100% Short Term Disability CoverageGym Membership Fee Reimbursement Vitamin Allowance + Discounts Company-Funded HS ($1,600/year)Cash Reward Employee Referral Program Pet Insurance Fantastic work environment that focuses on Safety, Quality, Community, and amazing people. 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