Formulation Scientist

Role Summary

Formulation Scientist at Perrigo. Provide nutritional technical support to the Pilot Plant and factories to meet operational requirements, including manufacturing documentation, theoretical calculations, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare prototype and/or master formulas and associated technical documentation that comply with nutritional, regulatory, and legal requirements and meet commercial objectives.
• Prepare Pilot Plant and/or Plant Trial technical documentation for necessary trial work.
• Conduct periodic data reviews of new and existing finished products to ensure compliance with nutritional requirements throughout shelf life; use statistical principles to assess and recommend shelf life and extensions; provide concise written reports.
• Provide nutritional technical support to factories including change management, formula fits, theoretical assessments, batch adjustments, and inventory management of raw materials to minimize waste.
• Prepare new ingredients such as vitamin and/or mineral premixes and their specifications for new and/or existing formulas; periodically review existing raw material data for changes.
• Provide timely responses to retailer and customer requests; support formulation Organic audit requirements for factories.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to establish and provide accountability for project timelines, roadblocks, and critical steps.

Qualifications

• Minimum: BS in Science with a strong foundation in nutrition, manufacturing, algebra, and chemistry.
• Preferred: BS in Food Science, Nutrition, or related degree with at least two years or relevant professional experience; previous formulation experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and competency in other Office applications. Experience in SAP, SLIM, Ensur, Open Text, DOE and statistical applications preferred but not required.
• Ability to review and comprehend implications of regulations for different markets (FDA, CODEX, EFSA, HC, etc.).
• Highly focused with superior accuracy and attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of product development processes from prototype to commercialization.
• Ability to work independently in a result-driven, high-paced dynamic environment; willingness to switch gears and align quickly on emerging priorities.