R&D Flavor Specialist

About the job

We’re a fast-growing food supplement manufacturer building high-quality, science-driven products — and we’re looking for an Experienced R&D Flavor Specialist to join our team.

This role sits at the intersection of flavor science, formulation, and real-world manufacturing. Our primary focus is powder-based supplements, so your expertise in flavor creation, masking, and application will be critical in developing products that not only perform — but taste exceptional. You’ll take ownership of flavor development from concept through production, working hands-on with formulations and collaborating closely with production and quality teams to ensure scalability and consistency.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and optimize flavors for powder-based supplement products

• Work hands-on with formulations to ensure taste, stability, and performance

• Apply flavor masking techniques (e.g., for bitterness, off-notes, active ingredients)

• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to bring formulations into manufacturing

• Support scale-up from lab to production, ensuring flavor consistency at larger volumes

• Evaluate raw materials and flavor systems for compatibility and performance

• Troubleshoot flavor-related issues during production

• Create and maintain clear documentation (formulations, trials, SOPs)

• Stay up to date with trends and innovations in flavor science and functional ingredients

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of proven experience in flavor development / flavor applications / flavor science

• Background in food science, chemistry, nutrition, or a related field

• Experience working with powder formulations (supplements experience is a strong advantage)

• Strong understanding of flavor systems, masking techniques, and ingredient interactions

• Ability to translate lab formulations into scalable production processes

• Hands-on, proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Clear communication and solid documentation practices

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Nice to Have

• Experience in dietary supplements or nutraceuticals

• Experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing

• Background in flavor houses or flavor application roles (e.g., flavor technician, flavorist, applications scientist)

• Experience with functional or active ingredient flavor challenges

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time, on-site role

• 2 weeks of paid vacation per year

• 7 annual paid holidays

• Comprehensive health insurance

• 401(k) plan eligibility

About the Company

We are a growing dietary supplement manufacturer specializing in high-quality powder formulations. Our focus is on combining science, manufacturing excellence, and great consumer experience — including taste. As we expand, we’re looking for driven, hands-on experts who want to make a real impact and help shape the future of our product portfolio.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in building standout products in a fast-growing company. You’ll have real ownership, work on challenging formulations, and directly influence the quality and success of products in the market.

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Manassas, Virginia

To Apply

If you’re passionate about flavor science and want to create products that truly stand out — we’d love to hear from you.