Formulation Scientist

Description

Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.

About The Role

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.

A Formulator is responsible for all aspects of product development and commercialization-related activities, including quotation, product/process development, commercialization, and ongoing production support of dietary supplement and pharmaceutical dosage forms. Provides functional technical support to Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and other functional areas .

How Will You Contribute

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develops robust product formulations in accordance to customer specifications, business requirements, and good manufacturing practices (Dosage forms: Tablets, Capsules, Softgels, Powders, Teas, Liquids, etc.)
• Prepares technical documentation relevant to product development and commercialization, including, but not limited to: Quotations, Master Batch Records, Verification protocols, Bulk labels, Customer forms, etc.
• Source raw materials; obtain price quotes, vendor documentation, etc.
• Coordinates production and/or produces product prototypes for internal and/or customer evaluation, or to ensure robustness of commercial formulations
• Identifies and develops cost savings or process efficiencies
• Provides technical assistance to Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality and other departments and outside organizations (customers)
• Conducts production trouble-shooting, identifies product & process related opportunities and implements solutions
• Maintains accurate records of all projects and assignments.
• Follows established department SOP's, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.
• Perform other job duties related to the job, as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an R&D or product development role within a laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated experience in formulating gummy and softgel products, including understanding of ingredient interactions, processing techniques, and product stability.
• Familiarity with lab-scale and pilot-scale equipment, as well as standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot formulation challenges.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, with attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**