Product Development Technician

At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

Position Summary: As a Product Development Technician at Thorne Research, you will support the R&D team in developing innovative dietary supplements. This hands-on role involves working with scientists and managers to assist with product development, testing, and scale-up processes. You will play a key part in ensuring projects are completed on time, meet high-quality standards, and align w i th Thorne’s innovation goals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of dietary supplement formulations, supporting projects from bench scale through commercialization under the guidance of the Product Development Lab Manager.
• Conduct ingredient research and material assessment to support the sourcing of raw materials in partnership with procurement.
• Assist in conducting pilot trials to optimize formulations and ensure scalability for commercial production.
• Facilitate developmental stability studies, maintain accurate records of formulation iterations, and document analytical outcomes in compliance with internal systems.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical challenges related to formulation performance and manufacturing processes, working collaboratively with the team to develop effective solutions. Assist with bench-scale formulation and product development efforts under the guidance of R&D scientists and managers.
• Help set up and clean pilot plant equipment, ensuring smooth trials and supporting the optimization of formulations for commercial scalability.
• Weigh out and batch formulations for bench and pilot plant trials.
• Prepare and log sensory evaluation samples, facilitate sensory testing, and manage questionnaires to gather actionable feedback.
• Manage ingredient logistics, working with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure timely ordering and delivery of ingredients.
• Log and manage stability samples, coordinating testing with the Quality team and third-party labs, ensuring all relevant data is collected and documented.
• Retrieve and log analytical data, collaborating with the Quality team to ensure proper tracking and reporting of product performance and testing outcomes.
  
  

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 0-2 years of experience in product development or a related field (internship experience is acceptable).
• Basic laboratory skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with GMP standards and regulatory requirements is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with dietary supplement and food regulations or a willingness to learn regulatory frameworks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to good laboratory practices (GLP).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to assist in resolving technical issues during product development.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and contribute to the timely completion of projects.
• Willingness to learn and grow in product development, contributing to the overall success of the team.
• Develop and deliver on assigned objectives within requested timeframes.
  
  

What We Offer

At Thorne, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for you and your eligible family members, such as:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company- paid life insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
  
  

Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is the only supplement manufacturer that collaborates with Mayo Clinic on health and wellness research and content and is trusted by 47,000+ health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com

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