NPD Technologist
Auckland
Job Description:
An opportunity for an experienced NPD Technologist to join a successful and expanding company
Leading NZ manufacturer of Dietary Supplements
Newly expanded GMP Manufacturing facility
Be a part of a high performing technical team
Company
Our client is a leading NZ manufacturer of dietary supplements supplying to international markets. They run out of a newly expanded GMP manufacturing facility in Auckland and are continuing to grow as they experience great successes.
Responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has become available for an NPD Technologist to cover maternity leave, working within the company’s tight-knit Technical team. Reporting to the Technical Manager, this is a hands-on role, focusing on the development and redevelopment of new products within the relevant regulatory framework.
Day to day responsibilities include (but not limited to)
Development of regulatory compliant formulas and testing specifications for customers, across a range of markets
Redevelopment of current formulations to meet continuous improvement initiatives
Sourcing and evaluating new packaging for suitability for the manufacturing plant and range
Evaluation of new raw materials for compliance and suitability for the range
Generation, management and approval of packaging, nutrition, allergen information and other required technical information
Requirements
This is a high energy role, which requires the ability to communicate across all levels of the business, internally and externally. You must have a good eye for detail, be a good team player and a problem solver.
As the successful candidate you will ideally possess the following attributes
Science degree qualification (Chemistry, Food Technology, Pharmacy)
5+ years development experience in a similar role
5+ years development experience in a similar role
Experience in nutraceuticals/dietary supplements preferred
Experience sourcing and evaluating new packaging formats
In-depth working knowledge of the Australian requirements for Therapeutic Goods would be an advantage
Excellent communication skills
Detail-oriented and ability to problem solve