Technical Applications Group Specialist – On-site

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
• Support team by handling Manufacturing Execution System (MES) imports, updates and reviews.
• Update and maintain records of finished product shelf life to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards, highlight any gaps discovered and work with team to fix, and review for potential shelf life extensions.
• Prepare and follow-up on Industrial Trial, FOC (First Order Confirmation), SOC (Second Order Confirmation).
• Support product and process renovation through formulation adjustments, reformulation efforts, and process improvements.
• Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing documentation (e.g., recipes, batch records, specifications, change controls, QMS, EQAs) while adhering to company policies, SOPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze and interpret data to support statistical evaluations, problem-solving, and continuous process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to resolve product, raw material, and supply-related issues.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and changes to management in a timely manner.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science or related field
• 1+ year of hands-on product development, formulation, and manufacturing experience involving solid dose (tablets, capsules, powders, and other solid dosage forms)
• Knowledge of product development, technical and manufacturing processes, and food science principles
• Experience leading medium-complexity technical projects and working effectively within cross-functional teams
• Previous manufacturing or factory experience, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Preferred experience with SAP, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and/or Minitab for data management, reporting, statistical analysis, and process improvement initiatives
• Ability to be exposed to food allergens and allergen-containing materials
• Knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%

Demonstrates expertise in product development and formulation within the manufacturing sector, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards while effectively collaborating across cross-functional teams.