Formulation Specialist Manager - Kennesaw, GA
Company: ADM
Location: Kennesaw
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description Formulation Specialist Manager - Kennesaw,
GAFormulation Specialist Manager is responsible for leading the
development of new formulations as well as modifying existing
products to meet customer needs and/or improve manufacturing
efficiencies. Formulation Specialist Manager must be capable of
daily task orchestration and leadership of working site-specific
product development group team members. Further, the Formulation
Specialist Manager must be competent of working processes and
management of data/information/technical expertise to
cross-departmental team members and external contacts to carry out
typical Product Development functionality within the business. An
essential element of this position requires the Formulation
Specialist Manager to have the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose
and problem-solve manufacturing process issues related to product
formulation through an understanding of mechanical systems and
ingredient properties. Must have experience with operating dietary
supplement equipment, ingredient knowledge to develop R&D and
scale up batches for identifying potential manufacturing
difficulties.Responsibilities:The responsibilities of the position
include, but are not limited to the following: Formulates dietary
supplements which can include enzymes, probiotics, vitamins,
minerals, and/or botanical ingredients. Prepares product rationales
and provides other technical product support utilizing company
information files and individual research. Develops formulations
and quotations in a variety of delivery forms based upon customer
and/or Deerland requirements. Manages departmental KPI tracking and
reporting to upper management. Answers technical questions related
to raw materials and product formulations.
Assists other company personnel with the acquisition, maintenance,
and utilization of information for current and potential raw
materials. Participates in the research and development of new
blends, processes and/or finished products. Ensures that new
products are balanced to meet both customer defined needs and
Deerland production capabilities. Liaison with other departments
including Quality Assurance, Technical, Sales and Marketing to
communicate technical information regarding formulations and/or raw
materials. Collaborates with Sales, Marketing, and other technical
staff in the development of innovative products. Supports product
development efforts through scientific, medical, and biochemical
literature research Participates in the development of
specifications for raw materials and finished products in
cooperation with Technical Services, Quality Assurance and
Manufacturing staff. Maintains information in a variety of
databases including, but not limited to those containing
information relations to formulation and raw materials. Travel as
required to help facilitate any of the above topics. Write and
imitate stability protocols as negotiated with customer/Sales, and
coordinate with various groups as required for protocol completion.
Compliance with all safety procedures and SOP's related to each job
task Overall improvement of Product Development and new product set
up processes Develop and delivery of customer-friendly support
material to enhance and validate formulation
choices/design.Education Minimum - Bachelors degree or higher;
preferred in technical, nutritional, pharmaceutical, product
management or equivalent. Preferred - Masters degreeExperience
Minimum - 3-5+ years' experience in supplement, pharmaceutical,
food science, or other product development focused field. Preferred
- 5-10+ years' experience in supplement, pharmaceutical, food
science, or other product development focused field with
specialization in dietary/nutritional products. Minimum 1+ years'
experience in leadership/team management capacity.Specific skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific/technical
journals, professional journals, marketing reports, and government
regulations. Superior multi-tasking, and time management skills
High level written and verbal communication capabilities Ability to
author technical reports, business correspondence, and procedural
documents. Ability to deal with a variety of interpersonal
situations, solve practical problems and deal with variable
business situations. Strong leadership and
inter-/intra-departmental communication skills Very strong computer
skills, including all Microsoft Office programs (spreadsheet
management, presentations, document and form/template development,
etc.), data tracking / manipulation / presentation, Salesforce (CRM
systems), back-end ERP system familiaritySpecific
characteristics:---
Ability to adapt to changing requirements and tasks ---
Strong leadership and inter-/intra-departmental communication
skills ---
Must be an initiative-taker with good organizational skills and an
attention to detail. ---
Willingness to identify areas of need and address them autonomously
with minimal input from management ---
Very quick learner who is eager to take on new and challenging
responsibilities, often through their own initiatives ---
Highly effective communicator; capable of presenting technical
information to a wide variety of audiences ---
Results driven, highly proactive, strong work ethic Other
Requirements: Valid Driver's LicenseThis position offers a complete
benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and
dental insurance. ADM requires the successful completion of a
pre-employment drug screen and a background check. REF:76212BR
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