Gummy Production Manager –

Job Description : Gummy Production Manager – Nutraceutical Manufacturing Location: Abidjan, Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) Preference: Indian Candidates Attractive Expatriate Package The candidate must have strong hands-on experience in both gummy formulation development and commercial production management. Key Requirement The candidate must have practical experience in developing and manufacturing: * Multivitamin & Mineral Gummies * Vitamin C Gummies * Vitamin D3 Gummies * Biotin Gummies * Folic Acid Gummies * Melatonin Gummies * Magnesium Glycinate Gummies * Children's Vitamin Gummies * Immune Support Gummies * Functional & Nutraceutical Gummies * Sugar-Free Gummies * Pectin-Based Vegan Gummies The candidate should be capable of independently developing, optimizing, and scaling gummy formulations from laboratory scale to commercial production. Key Responsibilities Formulation & Product Development * Develop and optimize pectin gummy formulations. * Select appropriate active ingredients, pectin grades, sweeteners, flavors, colors, and processing aids. * Calculate active ingredient loading and dosage requirements. * Conduct pilot trials and scale-up activities. * Improve texture, stability, taste, and shelf life. * Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues. Production Management * Manage complete gummy manufacturing operations. * Plan and execute production schedules. * Ensure production targets are achieved. * Monitor yield, productivity, and efficiency. * Minimize waste and process losses. Technical Expertise Must have practical knowledge of: * HM and LM pectin systems * Brix control * pH adjustment * Depositing temperatures * Drying and curing processes * Oiling and polishing * Stability requirements for vitamins and nutraceutical ingredients * Commercial gummy production equipment Quality & Compliance * GMP implementation * HACCP systems * Food Safety Management Systems * Batch Manufacturing Records * SOP development * Product traceability * Quality control procedures Team Leadership * Recruit, train, and supervise production staff. * Establish production SOPs. * Build and lead the production department. * Develop continuous improvement programs. Supply Chain Management * Coordinate procurement of: * Vitamins * Minerals * Pectin * Sweeteners * Packaging materials * Manage inventory and production planning. Candidates with proven experience in vitamin/nutraceutical gummy formulation and commercial production. Industry experts open to a consultancy role are also highly encouraged to apply.

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