Product Development Scientist

Job Description

Job Purpose:
This is a practical, hands on development role that includes the development and maintenance of a range of product formats within the ADM production sites.
This key role within the Product Development Team requires theoretical formulation work, benchtop development, scale up trials, compiling relevant test results and writing reports which will contribute to the development of new products in a range of health areas for humans and animals. The role includes running compatibility trials, trouble shooting and the ability to interpret and report on results. In addition the role will also be involved in supporting the factory as required with existing products and helping to maintain and optimize their production.

Main Responsibilities: 

• Assessment of new raw materials to provide innovative solutions to meet customer needs
• To be actively involved in the development of new products either by running pilot trials in our dedicated development suite, supporting scale up in the factory or supporting development in 3rd party sites.
• To proactively and continuously seek practical improvements to product and processes
• To ensure that all products are made to the highest standard and meet required specifications, customer requirements and in accordance with quality requirements.
• Working within a team to define manufacturing and quality parameters of new products before they become commercially available.
• Making small samples of formulations for bench top trials, stability trials or for customer evaluation.
• Understanding the nature and behaviour of the raw materials used in our formulations and their COSHH status
• Owning and leading product development projects.
• Support cross-functional meetings at manufacturing sites
• Additionally being a source of technical specialist help and advice to colleagues as needs arise.

Skills & Abilities: 

• Prior experience in development of powder, paste and/or capsule & tablet formulation is essential
• Familiarity working with development machines and laboratory equipment is essential
• A good level of IT knowledge is essential to operate our ERP system and to efficiently present product development reports.
• An aptitude for problem solving is essential along with self-motivations and initiative.

Education & Experience: 

• Degree in physical / material sciences, chemistry or Animal nutrition or equivalent highly desirable and understanding of microbiology would be very useful.
• Work experience within a pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry specialising in pet supplement development is advantageous

City

Lopen Head

State

Somerset

Location Country

United Kingdom

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.