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Compounding and Blending Engineer
Compounding and Blending EngineerSomafina • Layton, UT, US
Compounding and Blending Engineer

Compounding and Blending Engineer

Somafina • Layton, UT, US
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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.

  • Process Optimization

    • 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.

  • Stability & Quality Support

    • 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.

  • Technology & Equipment Integration

    • 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.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • 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

  • Education & Experience

    • 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.

  • Technical Skills

    • 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.

  • Experience writing or revising SOPs and batch records in a regulated manufacturing setting (GMP, ISO, or equivalent).
  • Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
  • Detail-oriented with exceptional documentation and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Soft Skills

    • 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.

    Nice-to-Have

  • Lean or Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) for process optimization.
  • Prior involvement in equipment commissioning or scale-up of new production lines.
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    Compounding Engineer • Layton, UT, US