Compounder

Sensient • Hoffman Estates, IL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. We are looking for a Compounder who will support flavor chemists by preparing compounds, conducting tests, maintaining lab operations, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.

Requirements

• Must display good written and oral communications skills, as well as basic math skills
• Ability to follow detailed product preparation instructions and prepare samples quickly and accurately
• Well organized, able to handle multiple tasks daily, and operate in a safe and responsible manner in the lab
• Strong work ethic, ability to work well with others and a positive can-do attitude
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs and stand frequently
• Proficient in the use of MS Office programs and able to learn new systems quickly

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or equivalent lab experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Compound diverse flavors from chemist formulations with precision
• Prepare blends for spray drying and related processes
• Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory testing; document results and feedback
• Maintain a safe, compliant, and professional lab environment
• Manage equipment and inventory; coordinate orders and repairs
• Handle data entry, sample documentation, shipping, and communication
• Perform calculations and operate basic benchtop laboratory equipment, as well as understanding and interpreting analytical test equipment such as densitometer, refractometer, pH meter

Benefits

• Opportunity to collaborate with your dynamic, successful colleagues
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• A comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees