R&D Food Technologists

Job Type: Full-time Onsite

Position Summary

As one of our amazing R&D Food Technologists, you will be responsible for the formulation and new product development activities, focusing on ProCaps’ innovative functional food & beverage products. You will also contribute to and support corporate quality initiatives to ensure we maintain the highest quality standards. Our ongoing growth and expanding product line offer excellent opportunities for career advancement within the organization!

Who We Are

For over 40 years, ProCaps Laboratories has understood that people are becoming more mindful of what they put into their bodies to improve their health. From its inception, the company’s goal has always been to manufacture and market the world’s most effective supplements, and to do so with the highest integrity, and in the most environmentally friendly way.

ProCaps Laboratories, founded in 1979 by Andrew Lessman, who remains the sole shareholder and CEO, has led the industry in research, development, and innovation, continuously advancing product formulations based on cutting-edge nutritional science and progressing technology. This unique company remains one of the few that develops and manufactures each of its products in its state-of-the-art, 100% solar powered, zero carbon footprint, eco-friendly, award-winning facility.

Located in Henderson, Nevada, near the exciting and diverse community of Las Vegas, ProCaps Laboratories is a large and rapidly growing manufacturer with approximately 350 employees that markets several hundred dietary supplement SKUs, along with an expanding line of functional foods (bars, packets, bottles, etc.)

What You Bring (minimum Job Qualifications And Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Food Science, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of formulation experience in the food & beverage industry for a Food Technologist,
• Proficiency in the manufacturing of protein bars is required. Furthermore, a strong understanding of functional foods, ready-mix drinks, snack bars, protein bars, chocolate product development, pet treats, soft chews, extruding, and molding is highly preferred
• Strong analytical and statistical skills with the ability to gather and summarize data, recommend solutions to production issues, and prioritize work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively and professionally with individuals throughout the company.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, juggle, organize, and prioritize tasks, and seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
• Good understanding of the impact of food and nutrients on health.
• Working knowledge of computers and proficiency in MS Office, with an aptitude to learn new programs.
• Demonstrated ability to think beyond the R&D function to consider the organization and its purpose holistically.
  
  
  

WHAT YOU’LL DO (OTHER ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

Formulation And New Product Development

• Lead and assist in identifying, assessing, and validating formulations from benchtop through commercialization.
• Execute experimental trials from the lab, pilot, and production scale, requiring collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Develop food applications utilizing relevant technologies through lab-scale and pilot-scale trials.
• Create and maintain technical documents, specifications, and production process instructions.
• Develop and maintain documentation and forms and establish required product specifications.
  
  
  

Quality And Continuous Improvement

• Responsible for quality and continuous improvement within the job scope.
• Maintained testing documentation files and verified formulas documented in the manufacturing software system with Formulation Sheets.
• Coordinate signing off on all new/changed formulas and review test results with PD Management.
• Ensure the proper manufacturing of developed or modified products during the first production runs.
  
  
  

Testing And Evaluation

• Perform tests for new products and liaise with Planning, Production, and QC.
• Review results of raw material evaluations and assist QC in method development for material analysis.
• Provide recommendations on the feasibility of using raw materials and propose necessary changes.
• Evaluate production processes using statistical process-control methods.
  
  
  

Production And Blending

• Create manufacturing recipes for all products and review/sign all batch tickets.
• Assist Production to resolve raw material issues and investigate/track production issues involving raw materials.
• Generate and propose formulas for new products, existing products, and "FIX" formulas to deplete excess inventories.
  
  
  

Corporate Meeting Involvement

• Participate in corporate meetings and contribute to various projects as assigned by the Director, CEO, and PD Manager.
  
  
  

Compliance And Safety

• Ensure food safety consistent with the FDA code and ensure Prop 65 compliance.
• Assign cleaning codes and coordinate with Production and QC to validate cleaning requirements.
  
  
  

Ad Hoc Projects

• Assist the Director on various projects as assigned and perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.
  
  
  

What We Offer

ProCaps Laboratories provides:

• A competitive salary
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• 401K plan with generous employer match
• 100% Company Life and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Health & Wellness Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
• Healthy Vitamin Discount program
• Employee Referral Program
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and organized environment, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in our space.
• Our culture is rich in diversity, quality, safety, fun, and respect, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
• We are dedicated to professionalism and growth, continually striving to improve and excel in all we do.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and reach
• Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
  
  
  

ProCaps Laboratories is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

For More Information About The Company, Visit

• ProCapsLabs.com
• The Andrew Lessman brand store on Amazon.com
• Andrew Lessman on HSN.com (Home Shopping Network)
  
  
  

Depending on the volume of interests and submissions, we will only be contacting applicants who meet all of the minimum requirements listed in the job description. Only those applicants who align most closely with our minimum and preferred qualifications will be contacted for an interview. ProCaps Laboratories will retain your application materials for one year and may contact you regarding future opportunities.