Prinova USA · 1 day ago
Product Development Technician
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelPrinova USA is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, trusted by renowned food, beverage, and nutrition brands. The Product Development Technician supports the Product Development team in new product development and modifications to existing products, focusing on compounding, sample preparation, and packaging testing.
Food and BeverageHealth CareManufacturingNutritionProduct Design
Responsibilities
Responsible for compounding active bases for the PD team, managing requests in an effective manner
Responsible for application development and sample preparation as needed for new product development
Prepare capsule samples with support of Product Development Specialists
Prepare commercialized product scale-up samples to be used for packaging tests, and as control standards
Perform applicable tests to determine the necessary packaging for commercialized products which includes summarizing and reporting results to pertinent parties; Perform bulk density, tapped density, fill and scoop tests
Requalification of flavors and raw materials
Qualification and organoleptic evaluation of new raw materials and/or second sources
Application lab inventory management
Management of production blend taste approvals
Assist with entering formulas and packaging into costing models when needed
Assist with powder stability testing and data analysis
Assist in developing flavor systems
Additional duties as deemed necessary
Qualification
Required
Minimum High School Education or equivalent
A proactive, independent worker able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Possesses analytical skills with demonstrated technical competence and initiative
Basic knowledge of lab techniques and practices
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication
Positive attitude and willingness to contribute in a team setting
Knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to wear any required PPE such as scrubs, hair net, lab coat, and facemask
Other physical requirements include moderate standing and occasional squatting, bending, and twisting
Ability to work around a variety of different smells and aromas
Ability to view a computer screen and type for extended hours
Work environment is normally in an office setting. Must be able to make frequent rounds in a warehouse environment
Ability to adjust work schedule as business needs require
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Employer paid STD and LTD
HSA and FSA
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
PTO
Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
401(k) & Roth with employer match
Eight Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
Personal growth including training and development opportunities
Company
Prinova USA
Prinova has been providing high-quality ingredients, flavors and value-added solutions to help you successfully navigate the marketplace for 45+ years as a reliable partner you can trust.
Founded in 1978
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-08-06Acquired
Leadership Team
ROB ELIAS
CFO
Lauren Kavanaugh
Assistant To The Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-07-22
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