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Senior Soft Gel Tech Ops – Manufacturing & Troubleshooting Expert

Our client, a leader in the supplement industry, is expanding its gummy production in the U.S. and seeking an experienced technical expert to drive manufacturing processes. This role is hands-on, focused on troubleshooting, scale-up, and process optimization. If you have deep expertise in soft gel encapsulation and continuous drying, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in a growing company.

Responsibilities:

• Lead troubleshooting efforts for soft gel and gummy manufacturing, ensuring smooth operations and quick issue resolution.
• Oversee the scale-up and commercialization of new products, supporting tech transfer from global sites.
• Investigate batch deviations, raw material issues, and equipment settings to optimize production.
• Work closely with quality, R&D, and operations teams to ensure compliance with cGMP and industry standards.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes, particularly related to continuous drying of soft gels.
• Author documentation, including master batch records, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Collaborate with third-party labs, customers, and internal teams to maintain high product quality.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies to drive innovation in manufacturing.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in soft gel encapsulation with expertise in commercial manufacturing.
• Strong background in continuous drying processes for large-scale production.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading tech transfer projects and optimizing existing formulations.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and certifications such as NSF and USP.
• Graduate degree in food science, chemistry, pharmaceutics, or a related field preferred.
• Six Sigma certification is a plus.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll be at the center of technical operations, ensuring the success of manufacturing processes. If you have the right experience and want to be part of a strong, collaborative team, apply now.

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