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Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Job Description We are seeking a hands-on and innovative professional to lead our Soft Chews - Human Supplements operations and contribute to the development of new supplement products. This role blends daily production oversight with research and development (R D) and process improvement , making it ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a strong background in formulation or chemistry, experience in FDA-regulated industries, and proven project management skills. Key Responsibilities Lead and support day-to-day operations of soft chew production for human supplements Supervise production staff to ensure product quality, safety, and operational efficiency Oversee inventory management for raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods Collaborate with leadership on the formulation and launch of new supplement products Help scale and optimize in-house soft chew production processes Ensure compliance with GMP standards , including SOPs, documentation, and quality assurance practices Monitor inbound and outbound shipments and assist with pickups as needed Perform operational tasks such as label printing, updating batch numbers, and preparing shipments Participate in cross-functional company initiatives and support other departments when needed

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science , or a related field

Experience:

Minimum 5 years in a formulation and/or R D role within an FDA-regulated industry (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, personal care, or similar) Strong knowledge of product development life cycles and quality systems Proven ability to lead projects and teams in a manufacturing or lab setting GMP and SOP compliance experience required Key Skills Project management and cross-functional coordination Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to adapt and problem-solve in a dynamic environment Proficiency in inventory and production tracking systems is a plus