Product Development Specialist

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 a Product Development Specialist with strong demonstrated background in solid dosage formulation and product development in dietary supplements and cannabinoids. This role offers 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 Natural Health Products and Cannabinoids - in 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:

4+ years working with cannabinoids and dietary supplements

• 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.

• Experience with cGMP manufacturing environments

• Strong documentation, communication, and multitasking skills

  Note: Authority to work in Canada is required.

Applicants will be reviewed based upon their direct product development experience with solid dose formulation with dietary supplements and cannabinoids. Please be sure to highlight this experience in your resume to be considered.

Perks:

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

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