Small Blends Operator

BERJE INCORPORATED•Carteret, NJ

2d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Join a high energy, Family-owned Company in the Flavor & Fragrance Industry. We are committed to being your trusted partner, reliable innovator, and informed resource, providing quality ingredients with an emphasis on safety and compliance. We promise to deliver superior service and products that live up to our values of integrity, accountability, leadership, legacy, diversity, and passion every single day. Berjé Inc. is a family-owned business that has been in operation for over seven decades across three generations. The company was originally founded in with creative approach to creating value from byproducts and aromatic raw materials set the stage for Berjé to become a leading supplier within the flavor and fragrance industry.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
Basic Math and use of computers
A minimum two years of production experience as an Order Filler, Material Handler, or Compounder
Utility or, equivalent experience in the Flavor & Fragrance Industry.
Basic computer skills
Must be capable of physically standing, walking and sitting for extended periods of time
Capable of lifting/carrying on the average of 50 lbs
Computer usage skills, math for measurements, and record keeping organization skills
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

Use of: hand trucks, drum trucks, air mixers, and pumps

Responsibilities

Review the job order for compounding and packaging requirements.
Look up QC approved stock (on computer) and retrieve required raw materials.
Checks materials for color odor and other characteristics, following formula instructions for the compound
Identify any material shortages and Notifies supervisor of missing raw materials needed to complete batch.
Communicate with Material Handlers to pull materials from warehouse stock
Select and bring appropriate pot or tank to work area
Label tank with order # and customer label
Accurately pour raw materials per order specified weights using scales.
Involved in all areas of processing compounds: mixing, filtering, heating, sampling, and chilling
Prepare sample of mixed ingredients for testing of ingredient specification and product odor/color
Inspects exterior and interior of containers before filling and handling
Packs out approved batches and labels all finished product containers.
Able to clean pots/tanks and other equipment
Maintains clean and safe work area, and adheres to safety regulations and procedures, understanding the hazards of handling the various chemicals.
Follow all safety rules/procedures and maintain an accident and on-the-job injury free record
Compliance with all relevant GMP and SQF procedures and regulations
Take directions from the Production Lead or Supervisor.
Support the company in achieving established performance and operational goals.
Perform all other duties and tasks assigned.