Compounder II 2nd Shift

Takasago International Corporation U S A • Teterboro, NJ

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About The Position

At Takasago, we believe technology and creativity have the power to improve lives. We invite you to join a global company where innovation meets purpose, and every employee plays a part in shaping the future of flavors and fragrances worldwide.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: to foster a workplace where people from diverse backgrounds thrive with joy, balance, and a sense of meaning. We strive to offer an environment that encourages growth, celebrates individuality, and promotes well-being both inside and outside of work.

As a major global leader in flavors and fragrances, Takasago provides groundbreaking solutions in aroma ingredients, fine chemicals, and sensory experiences. Headquartered in Japan, we operate in more than 27 countries, with state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, R&D centers, and sales offices. Recently, Takasago proudly ranked 8th overall and 1st in Asia on the Global Top Food Flavors and Fragrances Companies list.

Schedule: Monday to Friday- 1:30pm to 10:00pm. (Holidays might affect the schedule)

Sign-on bonus of $1,000.

Requirements

• No formal education required beyond proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• 3–5 years of prior flavor compounding experience preferred.
• Proficient in metric weight conversion and basic arithmetic.
• Skilled in operating flavor production tools, pumps, mixers, scales, homogenizers; spray-dry experience a plus.
• Comfort with computer-based systems and production documentation.
• Capable of handling all Compounder I assignments.
• Knowledge of metric weight systems conversions and basic arithmetic skills required.
• Working knowledge in the operations of equipment such as pumps, mixers, scales and homogenizers.
• Must be computer literate.

Nice To Haves

• Spray dry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses and packages finished product and or intermediates approved by QC.
• Involved in all areas of processing compounds: mixing, filtering, heating, sampling, and chilling.
• Checks materials for color odor and other characteristics, following formula instructions for the compound.
• Dispenses packages products include verifying container type on order, locating and verifying materials to match order and labels, generating product samples labels, inspecting exterior and interior of containers before filling and handling, subdividing repack.
• Operates forklifts and Hi-Lo’s in a safe manner.
• Maintains housekeeping of assigned areas.
• Follows all safety policies, procedures, GMP’s and maintains an orderly and clean work area.
• Must be capable of physically standing, and capable of lifting/carrying on the average of 50 lbs. repetitively during an 8-hour work shift / consistently for a 40-hour work week.
• Ensure all processes and procedures related to inventory management are maintained and followed. Includes but not limited to inventory movements related to production regarding FIFO, quantities consumed, movement # and location.

Benefits

• Takasago offers flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary.
• Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed