Compounding and Blending Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

The Compounding and Blending Engineer will own the blending and mixing processes that turn new product ideas into dependable, large-scale production runs. You’ll partner with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to take formulas from pilot-scale to commercial volumes, ensure the first batch runs smoothly, and drive ongoing process improvements that boost consistency, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Launch & Scale-Up

o Translate lab or pilot formulas into plant-ready batch instructions and operating parameters.

o Lead engineering and first-time production runs, capturing process data and adjusting settings to ensure “right-first-time” success.

o Conduct blend studies (mix time, order of addition, equipment settings) to improve homogeneity, yield, and throughput.

o Analyze run data, identify variation sources, and implement improvements that reduce scrap, rework, and downtime.

o Partner with Quality teams to design and interpret stability studies.

o Maintain clear documentation—SOPs, change controls, and deviation reports—to support internal audits and customer requirements.

o Evaluate and help commission new mixing, sifting, or automation equipment as production needs grow.

o Collaborate with Maintenance teams to introduce real-time monitoring or data-collection tools.

o Serve as the technical liaison between R&D, Planning, Purchasing, and Production to coordinate launch timelines and capacity planning.

o Train production technicians and supervisors on new procedures and best practices.

Background

o Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Food or Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field.

o 3+ years of experience in a blending / compounding or process-engineering role within food, dietary-supplement, pharmaceutical, chemical, or similar manufacturing environment.

o Solid understanding of powder- or liquid-mixing fundamentals and common blending equipment.

o Familiarity with basic statistical tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab / JMP) and data-driven problem solving.

o Curious, analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting instincts.

o Clear written and verbal communicator who can translate technical details to multidisciplinary teams.

o Organized self-starter comfortable juggling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

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