Flavor Technician

Synergy Flavors•Wauconda, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting the Flavor Creation team. This role will also support R&D functions including Applications and Samples Teams.

Requirements

High School Diploma GED Required; Associates degree in Applied Science, BS preferred.
0-3 years experience.
Perform basic mathematics (i.e. multiply, divide, add, percentages, etc.) and the ability to convert between varying units of measure.
Ability to work overtime and lift to 50 pounds when necessary.
Ability to work accurately, quickly and with good laboratory practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and perform under pressure while remaining flexible.
Strong interpersonal skills with good communication skills to report any safety or quality issue to the Lead or Manager.
Ability to use and read scales, accurate tare and recognize unit of measure requirements.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple projects within a given day.
A positive attitude, a team player, engaging and able to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

Accurately compounds experimental formulas per the direction of flavorists.
Follow detailed instructions to monitor equipment, control temperatures and consistency of the mixes.
Conducts laboratory experiments under the direction of flavor chemists.
Ensure consistency in various prepared compositions and report any inconsistencies or formulation issues to the flavorists.
Transfer materials and set up equipment, according to SOP.
Obtains raw materials from the production environment and properly record item with description and lot number.
Coordination with procurement may also be required.
Consistently perform assigned duties in a safe manner and in accordance with the company’s safety policies.
Fill, label, and pack samples of flavors to be sent to Synergy customers.
Prepare shipping paperwork for hazardous and non-hazardous samples shipped via UPS/Fed-ex.
Maintain Pilot Plant equipment in clean, operating condition.
Maintain organization of the sample library.
Assure adequate inventory of packaging and shipping supplies.
Responsible for proper care, handling, maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and laboratory workspace.
Maintains stocks of laboratory glassware and supplies.
Prepares tasting solutions for evaluation.
Participates in taste panels.
Follows safety, quality and GMP policies of the company and government.
Other general laboratory and project-related responsibilities as required.