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Sr. Product Development Technician

Employer
Pharmavite
Location
Valencia, California
Salary
DOE
Closing date
Jul 24, 2019

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Field of specialization
Food, General / Technical
Work Function
Manufacturing
Job Type
Full time

Job Details

Senior Product Development Technician - 2nd Shift

Valencia, CA

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

The Sr. Product Development Technician is responsible for providing equipment and process related leadership and troubleshooting expertise for product development. Under the guidance of senior staff members, the Sr. Product Development Technician executes bench and pilot formulas to support stability, commercialization and clinical studies. The Sr. Product Development Technician reports to Manager of Product Development.

At Pharmavite, every employee has a stake in bringing the gift of health to life. We never shy away from disruptive innovation and tough challenges, because we're making real nutrition accessible to consumers everywhere in new and different ways. And because we know every nutriment we make matters, we have to make sure each one is just right before we make it ready for use. With this great responsibility comes the satisfaction that your contribution makes a real and significant difference.

Critical contributions this role is counted on to deliver include:

  • Preparing bench top and pilot samples.
  • Managing pilot plant area and Independently operating laboratory and pilot equipment.
  • Maintaining pilot equipment and log books and performing preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is running at optimal efficiency.
  • Maintaining inventory of materials and parts and ordering them as needed to support pilot runs.
  • Initiating new equipment and process related Standard Operating Procedures and Job Instrustions.

The ideal candidate is recognized as a strong leader in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment and takes initiative in improving current processes. You are highly process oriented with attention to details and are willing to work independently and within teams.

You'll be most successful in this role if you have:

  • Hands-on experience in product and process development, manufacturing equipment, processing and laboratory testing techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to assemble and disassemble equipment using a variety of hand tools.
  • Proven track record of investigating, troubleshooting and optimizing equipment and process related issues.
  • Good time management skills to complete assignments on time. 

It's an exciting time in Pharmavite's history. After 45 years of leading the healthy living industry with award-winning vitamins and supplements, the company has experienced great success and has gained the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike. But there's more growth ahead of us than behind us, and for our employees this translates into opportunity. Our rapidly changing business enables employees to take on new challenges and transform Pharmavite for the future.

In order to take on these challenges, you'll need to have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 7 to 10 years' experience in manufacturing, technical support and product development in pharmaceutical, nutritional, food or consumer packaged goods industry.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and intermittently lift 25--50 pounds.
  • Basic to intermediate computer skills in MS Word and Excel. 

OUR OFFER:

Here, career paths aren't predefined and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.

Pharmavite is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status, or any protected status.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

Company

About Pharmavite

At Pharmavite, we strive to make the world a better place. It’s in our DNA.

More than 45 years ago, our founders focused on improving health & wellness by going back to the basics—good nutrition and essential nutrients & minerals. And since that day, we’ve been a leader in the health and wellness industry and have earned the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike by offering the highest quality vitamins and supplements under the Nature Made® brand.

We make products with a purpose, and our purpose is Bringing the Gift of Health to Life.

We believe that people are the foundation for a successful, growing business and we’re seeking someone passionate about our industry and purpose. We work hard, we care about what we do, and we get it done. Together, we deliver exceptional results.

About Nature Made

Nature Made is a leading national brand of Vitamins and Supplements in food, drug, mass and club retail outlets, and a top 10 brand in the Health and Beauty category.  Staying true to our founders’ intent, Nature Made is committed to high quality; it was the first brand to be verified by USP, an independent organization that verifies purity and potency.  Nature Made is also the leading choice of US Pharmacists in nine key segments.

Company info
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Telephone
8182216248
Location
8531 Fallbrook Ave
West Hills
CA
91304
US

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