New Product Development Process TechnologistThe role:Reporting to the Strategic Innovation Manager, you will be working within the NPD Supplements team of 8 and have a key role in shaping our new innovative products.
We are looking for and experienced professional who can juggle multiple projects covering different formats of health supplements.
This is a hands-on role, and you will help the team to deliver products that help our consumer's live better lives.Your responsibilities will include:Leading continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiencies from a formulation and process standpointLeading manufacturing issue resolutions (process, product) and advising long term actions for manufacturing related to formulation or process deviationsIndustrialising innovation and renovation projects from pilot trial through to scale-upCo-ordinate the functions for small scale trials for reworked formulations and generate associated paperworkAdvising QA and manufacturing for on-line manufacturing process issues and assisting with new line implementationSkills & competencies we are looking for:Ideally, you will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in product development in a manufacturing environmentExposure to the formulation of supplements or pharmaceutical-type productsA tertiary qualification in science is essential with preference given for a chemistry majorDemonstrate good attention to detail and organisational skillsProve yourself to be pragmatic, self-motivated, and solutions focusedBe able to work independently as well as in a team environmentWhat we offer:Competitive salary with annual reviewsGreat discounts on our productsWellness initiativesA day off on your birthdayAccess to discounted health benefitsSubsidised on site caféA fun and supportive work environmentAbout Vitaco:Vitaco is home to leading New Zealand and Australian supplements, health food, and sports nutrition brands, including Nutra-Life, Healtheries, Athena, and Musashi, which have been promoting healthier lives in over 30 countries worldwide for over 100 years.
With a passion for health and wellness, Vitaco employs over 550 team members in New Zealand and Australia, dedicated to delivering the highest quality products through best-in-class manufacturing capabilities and exceptional customer service.Applications will be considered before the closing date.To learn more about this career opportunity or to apply online, please click Apply Online and you will be taken to our careers page.Interested in other opportunities?
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