R&D Lab Technician

Nellson Nutraceutical is hiring an R&D Lab Technician for their Anaheim, CA location. The role involves supporting the development of new powder products, assisting R&D scientists, preparing lab samples, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience in the food or supplement industry, and strong attention to detail. Nellson offers competitive pay and growth opportunities.
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We currently have an immediate opportunity for R&D Lab Technicianto join the POWDER DIVISION at our ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA location. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Summary:

The R&D Laboratory Technician assists in the development of new products for Nellson Nutraceutical. Creates a close partnership with Nellson Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Business Development, and Nellson R&D to accomplish company and personal goals.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Support the development of commercially successful and innovative new products for the powder business from concept to commercialization.
• Assist the R&D Scientists in formulating new products and improving existing items.
• Accurately measure a variety of ingredients for different formulas and projects.
• Prepare lab samples for shipment and customer/sales review.
• Responsible for laboratory organization and maintaining raw ingredient inventory.
• Responsible for organizing raw material specifications and updating formulation folders.
• Assist other R&D team members and departments with projects and product issues.
• Participate in production scale ups and pre-production runs of customer approved formulations.
• Assist Quality Assurance and Operations in troubleshooting production problems.
• Assist in the improvement, organization, and efficiency of the Nellson ANA R&D lab.
• Perform any other duty deemed appropriate by the R&D Director or Project Leaders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:
• High School diploma or GED required. Two years college level science program preferred.
• 1-3 years of work experience, preferably in the food, supplement industry. Quality Assistance or R&D experience preferable.

Personal Attributes:
• Able to work under tight timelines.
• Strong attention to details.
• Highly motivated. willing to learn new process and procedures and grow within the department.
• Skillfully gathers and analyzes information.
• Exhibits sound judgment.
• Prioritizes and uses time effectively.
• Manages competing demands.
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and displays professionalism.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and displays professionalism.
• Intermediate communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write routine correspondence, work instructions and procedures.
• Basic skills: Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions. Able to compute ratios and percentages.
• Demonstrates self-management by consistently being at work on time, takes responsibility for own actions, takes initiative, and meets productivity standards.

At Nellson, we invest in highly talented individuals and provide them with opportunities to continuously learn and grow to realize their full potential. Our state-of-the-art facilities, warehouses, and corporate offices offer a knowledgeable and professional environment to employees. By joining our performance-oriented team, you will be able to put your expertise to use and positively impact many groups across our production process.

Nellson offers competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and an outstanding benefits program that features:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible schedules
• Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement
• And Many More Employee-Friendly Programs!

Nellson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. You may visit our website at www.nellsonllc.com to view currentjob openings.