R&D Technical Scientist, Tablets & Hardshell Capsules

at  Captek Softgel International

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

• 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 activitie