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The Technical Application Group (TAG) Specialist supports product innovation and renovation through a structured, above-market technical framework. This role collaborates cross-functionally to improve existing products, address manufacturing issues, evaluate new technologies and ingredients, identify cost savings, and maintain external partnerships. The Specialist contributes to formulation and process improvements, supports development of nutritional supplements across formats, and ensures effective execution of manufacturing and innovation initiatives within the business. This will be a fully onsite role in our Bridgewater, NJ location.
Job Responsibility
Support product and process renovation through formulation adjustments, reformulation efforts, and process improvements
Assist in the development of nutritional supplements across formats to support manufacturing, innovation, and product enhancements
Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing documentation (e.g., recipes, batch records, specifications, change controls, QMS, EQAs) while adhering to company policies, SOPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Analyze and interpret data to support statistical evaluations, problem-solving, and continuous process improvements
Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to resolve product, raw material, and supply-related issues
Communicate project updates, risks, and changes to management in a timely manner
Support scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities to internal and external manufacturing partners
Engage with suppliers, external partners, and training opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while building strong cross-functional relationships and enhancing team efficiency
Participate in mentoring, seek guidance, and actively support professional development
Operate manufacturing and laboratory equipment and apply problem-solving and organizational skills to support project execution
Participate in Stage/Gate product development processes and support delivery of key milestones
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science or related field
1+ year of hands-on product development, formulation, and manufacturing experience involving tablets, capsules, liquids, soft gels, gummies, powders, packaging, or related technologies
Knowledge of product development, technical and manufacturing processes, and food science principles
Experience leading medium-complexity technical projects and working effectively within cross-functional teams
Previous manufacturing or factory experience, preferred
Preferred experience with product scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred experience with SAP, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and/or Minitab for data management, reporting, statistical analysis, and process improvement initiatives
Ability to be exposed to food allergens and allergen-containing materials
Knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Willingness to travel approximately 20%
Nice to have
Previous manufacturing or factory experience
Experience with product scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities
Experience with SAP, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and/or Minitab for data management, reporting, statistical analysis, and process improvement initiatives