Extraction Operator - 1st Shift

Synergy Flavors•Hamilton, OH

About The Position

The Extraction Operator is responsible for extraction operations in a flavors manufacturing facility. Team members monitor equipment, follow sanitary practices, move and lift products into hoppers, and package liquid products into containers for palletizing and shipment. The role involves setting up and controlling blending, extraction, and filtration processes; operating process and utility equipment safely and hygienically; and following process procedures, cGMP, and HAACP instructions and guidelines. The operator monitors and adjusts equipment and instruments, including PLC-controlled systems, and addresses variations in processes, products, equipment, or performance. Duties also include cleaning and reassembling equipment, performing minor maintenance, completing sanitation schedules and required records, and packaging products to specifications. The job requires lifting heavy drums and bags, wearing appropriate PPE, following detailed instructions, and working in a fast-paced environment while multitasking and remaining flexible.

Requirements

Ability to lift heavy drums and bags.
Ability to wear proper PPE.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, perform under pressure, and remain flexible.
Ability to follow detailed process, sanitation, and packaging instructions.

Responsibilities

Set up and control blending, extraction, and filtration processes.
Complete appropriate documentation, paperwork, and batch sheets.
Operate process and utility equipment hygienically and safely in accordance with process procedures, cGMP, and HAACP instructions and guidelines.
Maintain safety awareness and consider accident prevention while performing tasks.
Set up, calibrate, and monitor instruments such as pH meters, temperature meters, conductivity meters, hydrometers, and thermometers.
Tear down, clean, and reassemble equipment such as pumps, grinders, and valves; clean utensils, vessels, and lines.
Identify, troubleshoot, and respond to process, product, equipment, and performance variations.
Perform minor equipment maintenance when necessary to support continuous operation.
Monitor PLC-controlled equipment and troubleshoot variations from standards.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation schedules.
Operate solvent extraction equipment to extract flavor compounds.
Observe temperature and steam-pressure gauges and flowmeters, and adjust valves or hand wheels to regulate temperature and material flow within specified limits.
Record indicator readings and test results.
Package products according to standard instructions and specifications.
Move and lift products into hoppers and lift heavy drums and bags while wearing proper PPE.
Follow sanitary guidelines for CIP and cleaning.
Follow detailed instructions to monitor equipment and control temperatures.
Work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, perform under pressure, and remain flexible.