Position located in Caskey, South Carolina

Responsibilities of the Principal Formulation Scientist:

• Create product formulations for a range of products, including those aimed at veterinary and consumer markets.
• Assist in identifying and procuring necessary components for product formulations.
• Collaborate with the product development team to align formulations with project goals and assist in sourcing relevant ingredients.
• Generate prototypes and trial batches in line with set procedures.
• Partner with operational teams to scale formulations from initial production to larger manufacturing runs.
• Work with production teams to refine and improve existing formulations as required.
• Develop and initiate research to support product development and evaluation efforts.
• Apply relevant analytical techniques to ensure product quality and efficacy.
• Assess new ingredients for their suitability in formulations.
• Gain knowledge of formulation and production processes for semi-moist products.
• Contribute ideas during the early stages of product development.
• Evaluate formulations for practical manufacturing applications.
• Maintain thorough records of all development activities, including formulations and production trials.
• Stay updated on trends in ingredients and related fields, sharing insights with the team as appropriate.
• Work with operational teams to assess the equipment needs for pilot production.
• Mentor and guide team members by providing technical insights and constructive feedback.
• Take on other duties as necessary to achieve company goals.
• Work collaboratively and communicate clearly with colleagues across departments.

Requirements of the Principal Formulation Scientist:

• BS/BA in chemistry, pharmacology, nutritional science, engineering, or similar discipline with 10+ years hands-on formulation experience. MS, PhD, or PharmD preferred.
• 3+ years experience with animal/pet formulation.