Gummy Formulation Scientist​/Expert

Position: Gummy Formulation Scientist / Expert
Location:

Surat / Gujarat
Industry:  Nutraceuticals / Functional Foods

Experience:

10 years+
Type:  Full-time (Open to consultant/contract initially)
About the Role  We are setting up a  state-of-the-art gummy manufacturing facility  and are looking for an experienced  Gummy Formulation Scientist / Expert  to lead formulation development, scale-up, and product optimization for nutraceutical gummies.
This is a  key technical role  with high ownership, working closely with production, QA, and management.

Key Responsibilities   Develop and optimize  gummy formulations  (gelatin & pectin/vegan)
Work on  vitamin, mineral, herbal, functional gummies
Texture, taste, colour, and shelf-life optimization
Scale-up from lab/pilot to  commercial production
Support  starchless moulding  production
Conduct  stability studies & documentation
Coordinate with QA for  GMP & FSSAI compliance
Assist in  new product development (NPD)  and cost optimization
Support machine trials, SOPs, and process validation
Required Skills & Experience   Strong hands-on experience in  gummy formulation
Knowledge of  gelatin, pectin, sugar-free systems
Understanding of  active ingredient compatibility

Experience with  industrial gummy equipment
Familiar with  FSSAI regulations & documentation
Ability to troubleshoot texture, bloom, stickiness, sweating issues
Educational Background   MSc  Food Technology / Food Science
MPharm (Pharmaceutics)
MSc Chemistry / related discipline
(Practical experience is more important than degrees)
Compensation    Competitive salary  (based on experience)
Relocation support (if required)
Opportunity to grow into  R&D Head / Technical Lead
Why Join Us   New greenfield project –  build systems from scratch
Strong management focus on  quality & innovation
Long-term growth opportunity in a fast-growing category
Freedom to innovate & lead product development

How to Apply

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