Title: Product Development Specialist
Location: Greater Vancouver (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: R&D Manager
Compensation: CAD $72,000 – $82,000

Our client, an established and growing organization, is expanding its R&D function and is hiring two Product Development Specialists with strong backgrounds in solid dosage formulation and product development in dietary supplements and cannabinoids. These roles offer hands-on involvement across the full product lifecycle, from concept through commercialization, working closely with manufacturing and cross-functional partners in an on-site environment in Greater Vancouver.

Role Summary:

The Product Development Specialist supports formulation development from concept through commercialization, with a focus on solid dosage forms. This role acts as a formulation subject matter expert and provides technical support to pilot-scale and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize solid dosage formulations (tablets, powders, chewables, gums)

• Support new product development from ideation through scale-up

• Conduct sensory evaluation and support flavor development

• Maintain formulation documentation, protocols, and batch records

• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, and suppliers

• Support cGMP-compliant pilot and production activities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

• 4+ years of product development or formulation experience

• 4+ years experience with solid dosage manufacturing and equipment

• 4+ years experience with dietary supplements and cannabinoids.

• Experience with cGMP manufacturing environments

• Strong documentation, communication, and multitasking skills

   

  Note: Authority to work in Canada is required.

Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Health and dental benefits
• Pension plan
• Free parking on site
• 3 weeks vacation

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