Associate Packaging Engineer - Nutraceutical (53439)

Description

Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.

About The Role

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.

As an Associate Packaging Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting all stages of product packaging from design through to production. This role involves close collaboration with Technical Operations to enhance packaging efficiency and troubleshoot issues in real-time. The ideal candidate will contribute to the development of new packaging solutions and optimize existing processes, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company goals. This position reports to the Director of Product Development.

How Will You Contribute

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define packaging requirements, source, and qualify new packaging components and equipment.
• Lead the design and development of new product packaging systems, including components, equipment, and operational procedures.
• Stay updated with industry trends to identify potential opportunities and address supply chain challenges.
• Manage cost estimation and budgeting for packaging materials and modifications.
• Enhance Operations Equipment Efficiency (OEE) within the packaging department through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee the qualification of new packaging components and equipment, assisting procurement and operations in vendor and contractor selection.
• Provide expert technical support and training to internal teams and external customers.
• Assist with the transition to new ERP systems, focusing on data integrity and cross-functional support.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, cGMP regulations, and safety protocols.
• Follows established department SOP's, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent working experience (4 years) in a similar role.
• 2 or more years’ experience in Packaging Engineering, preferably in the Nutraceutical, Food, or Pharmaceutical industries.
• Demonstrated ability in packaging design and development, cost analysis, and project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical skills with a thorough understanding of process modeling and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, OSHA regulations, and safety standards in a manufacturing setting.
• General understanding of nutritional ingredients and product formulation is a plus.
• Knowledge of general office skills and administrative procedures, including, but not limited to: typing, filing, copying, faxing, editing, and development of memos, letters, reports, and correspondence.
  
  

Work Environment

• Communicates verbally with management, employees, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, governmental compliance agencies, and the public by telephone or in person, in one-on-one or group settings.
• Regularly uses a telephone, computer (e-mail) for communication.
• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during work shifts.
• Routinely required to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, reach, pull, push, and tilt object in the performance of job function.
• Requires agility to operate multiple telephone lines with the use of hands and head-set.
• Lifting limitations for this position: 25-30 lbs. May have to manipulate heavier containers.
• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.
• Requires incumbent to sit and operate computer for extended periods of time during course of workday, and the ability to proficiently use the computer keyboard for typing.
• Noise levels for most work environments can range from low to moderate. Some work areas require hearing protection for an 8-hour workday.
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• Generous time off for vacations
  
  

More About Us

As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!

"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Base Salary Range: $70,300 to $85,000 per year, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**