R&D Formulator

R D Formulator Celmark International - 3.1 Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Developing new product formulations Regulatory compliance GMP Formulation chemistry Mid-level Continuous improvement Batch records Quality standards in production Design for manufacturability (DFM) Cross-functional collaboration Research & development Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration FDA regulations New product launch experience Full Job Description R D Formulator - Liquid Nutritional Products | Contract Manufacturing | Onsite Celmark International Position Summary Hands-on R D Formulator responsible for developing, optimizing, and commercializing liquid nutritional products in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Owns formulations from concept through production with a focus on speed, scalability, compliance, and product performance. This role requires strong technical expertise, a solutions-driven mindset, and the ability to execute with precision and urgency. Key Responsibilities

• Formulate liquid nutritional products from concept through commercialization
• Design formulations with a focus on stability, bioavailability, flavor, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
• Execute bench trials, pilot batches, and scale-up activities to ensure seamless production readiness
• Drive cross-functional execution with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service from PO through final production
• Serve as the technical lead with customers—present formulations, guide product direction, and translate needs into commercially viable solutions
• Clearly communicate formulation strategy, trade-offs, and timelines while building credibility and trust with clients
• Troubleshoot formulation and production challenges including stability, compatibility, and process deviations
• Evaluate and select raw materials, flavors, and functional ingredients aligned with customer and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with FDA, cGMP, and labeling standards
• Maintain accurate formulas, specifications, batch records, and supporting documentation
• Continuously improve formulations, processes, and overall product performance Qualifications
• Proven experience formulating liquid dietary supplements within a

CDMO/CMO

environment

• Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, solubility, stability, and flavor systems in liquid applications
• Demonstrated ability to take products from concept through commercialization
• Experience scaling formulations into manufacturing environments
• Hands-on, solutions-oriented problem solver with a strong sense of urgency
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Working knowledge of FDA and cGMP requirements
• Strong cross-functional and customer-facing communication skills What Success Looks Like
• Formulations move quickly from concept to production with minimal rework
• Products consistently meet or exceed expectations for taste, performance, and stability
• Strong cross-functional alignment drives on-time execution and delivery
• Ongoing innovation and optimization of liquid product offerings

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person