R&D Technical Scientist, Tablets & Hardshell Capsules

Become part of a team that champions wellness worldwide. CAPTEK® Softgel International is a global leader in the development and production of high-quality nutraceutical supplements. As a contract manufacturer organization (CMO), we collaborate with innovators from some of the world's most successful brands.
Summary: The R&D Technical Scientist, Tablets & Capsules assumes responsibility for the floor support and scale up batches of Tablet, 2 piece Hardshell Capsules and coating projects via interaction with Operations, Technical Services, VP of Product Development and the R&D Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the on-going planning, scheduling, tracking and updating of all scale up batches of tablet, capsule and coating projects to ensure timely delivery
• Develops formulations and processes to support the development of new products and/or optimization of existing products. Leads benchtop and pilot development and supports manufacturing trials for new or reformulated products. Effectively troubleshoots and solves complex formulation & technical challenges with speed and robustness
• Review and/or approve final formulations when necessary
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve complex technical issues
• Provide guidance, instruction, and training to Production team members in regards to tablet, capsule and coating projects
• Direct cross-functional teams to take product from development to manufacturing
• Directly participate in the development of large, difficult projects
• Interact with upper management in communicating project status, issues and resourcing
• Review and approve raw material specifications, deviations and other documents as needed.
• Maintain current awareness of competitive products and technologies
• Evaluate and approve new raw materials and raw material substitutions
• Develop and review procedures, protocols, and specifications needed to support product development scale up activities

Qualifications/Education/Experience:

• A minimum requirement of a bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical field and a minimum of 5 years experience in tablet, 2 piece Hardshell Capsules and coating
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in product/process development, processing laboratory techniques, regulatory requirements and a firm foundation in basic sciences
• Must have proficient computer skills that include word processing and spreadsheet use
• Effectively prioritize and multi-task to complete work and meet deadlines
• Have strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects accurately and effectively

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands require sitting for extended periods of time, walking, bending, reaching, carrying, and occasionally lifting and/or moving objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
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