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About Liquid I.V.

Liquid I.V. is a 360-degree wellness company based in El Segundo, CA, created to fuel life’s adventures. Our product line features great-tasting, non-GMO electrolyte drink mixes utilizing Cellular Transport Technology (CTT)® to enhance rapid absorption of water and other key ingredients into the bloodstream—helping consumers feel better, faster.

Our products are stocked in over 30,000 doors across the country, including the world’s leading specialty, big box, and online retailers such as Costco, Walmart, Target, Amazon, and many more. In just a few short years, our growth has been exponential. With this in mind, we are looking for world-class team members to help us continue disrupting the wellness industry and hydrating people in need around the globe.

One last thing (or two): We recently joined our friends over at Unilever to help us grow Liquid I.V. into a global brand. As a mission-based organization, giveback is one of the core pillars built into our DNA. Since 2015, we have donated over 36 million servings of Liquid I.V. to those in need around the world through our one-to-one giveback pledge. In 2022 alone we donated over 15 million servings to individuals and organizations making an impact globally, nationally, and locally.

As we move into 2024 and beyond, we will expand our impact, and create durable, positive change in vulnerable and underserved communities. As part of our mission, we are committed to upholding environmentally responsible business practices and championing an ethos of health and wellness for all.

We're excited to expand our team with a Process Engineer. Come join us!

About the role:

Liquid I.V. is looking for a highly motivated, dynamic, and results-driven engineer to join our R&D team as a Process Engineer. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Technical Commercialization, this role will support core expansion and continuous improvement projects. The Process Engineer will work hand in hand with the Innovation team and will have a direct impact on the successful launch of our products. You will be an integral member of the LIV R&D team and will have cross functional collaboration within all levels of the business.

The ideal candidate has a background in process engineering, process validation, product commercialization, and direct hands-on manufacturing in food science and wellness.

Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for monitoring the technical commercialization of new formulations at manufacturing facilities, which includes managing plant trials, coordinating tech transfer process, and ensuring that products are successfully manufactured to meet high standards and consumer’s expectations.

• Support validation and implementation of premix process activities including the evaluation of new & existing ingredients and new production technology.

• Be the technical liaison at our manufacturing sites and serve as the subject matter expert in powder manufacturing and process engineering.

• Travel frequently to our manufacturing partner sites to represent R&D.

• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain functions to ensure products consistently deliver on product design and integrity.

• Collect and analyze process and quality data from manufacturing partners & 3rd party laboratories to generate final validation reports.

• Identify process challenges, perform root cause analysis to mitigate gaps by recommending technical solutions.

• Develop and implement best manufacturing practices and SOPs to drive continuous improvement at manufacturing sites.

• Possess a strong sense of ownership to accomplish Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) and be able to manage projects independently or in a team environment to meet project timelines.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with specialization in Food Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field is required. Dry-powder and packaging experience is preferred.

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in technical commercialization of beverage products with:

• 2+ years’ experience in powder formulation development is preferred.

• 3+ years’ experience working in high-speed powder blending facility is required.

• Experience with statistical process control is preferred.

• Strong organizational & teamwork skills, ability to prioritize/multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Frequent (25-50%) domestic & international travel to manufacturing facilities is required.

• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Experience with Lean Six Sigma is a plus.

• Strong working knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality assurance principles, specification development, and pilot scale to full-scale product commercialization.

• Understanding of regulatory compliance of cGMP, GRAS, and HACCP.

• Demonstrated analytical & problem-solving skills with ability to define problems, collect & interpret data, draw valid conclusions, and propose solutions.

• Excellent written & oral technical communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic working environment.

What We Give:

• 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options).

• A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage.

• A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays.

• Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.).

• An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees.

• Monthly tech and wellness stipend.

• Opportunities to participate in our Giveback Mission to help Change The World.

• Copious amount of Liquid I.V. product to keep you Fueled for Life’s Adventures!

Work Environment:

• Hybrid / Office environment with 25% - 50% travel to manufacturing sites.

• Or Remote with 25% - 50% travel to manufacturing sites.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

The expected base salary range for this position is $96,000 to $110,000. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.