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    Synergy Flavors, Inc.

    Food & Beverage

    Quality Technician I - 1st shift

    US - Wauconda, Illinois, United StatesFull-time2–4 yrs experiencePosted 1w ago
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    Job description

    Company Overview

    Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we’re a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods.

    We believe great flavor starts with great people. That’s why we’re committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences.

    Your Role in Synergy's Success

    This person will be responsible for the testing of incoming raw materials, intermediate products, and finished product samples.

    How You Will Contribute

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Perform daily testing of all raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.  Ensure that the products are tested in accordance with established SOPs and within specifications.
      • This testing may include: sensory evaluations, RFI, brix, pH, turbidity, GC, particle size analysis, density, manual titration, and other testing as assigned.
    • Responsible for assuring product conformance to specifications.
    • Analyze data and generate reports/Certificates of Analysis noting relevant specification information.
    • Acquire microbial samples while maintaining a sterile/ clean environment throughout the process.
    • Responsible for sampling of incoming raw materials for analysis.
    • Responsible for calibrating laboratory equipment.
    • Ensure laboratory and production records are in compliance.
    • Prepare samples for contract testing.
    • Responsible for the organization and storage of Raw Material and Finished Product retains/controls and records.
    • Maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment to ensure audit readiness.
    • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
    • Discern sensory/organoleptic differences between tested raw materials, intermediates, and finished products for flavors and flavor chemicals.

    Professional Experience/Qualifications:

    • Experience/certificates in HACCP, FSP, ISO 22000, SQF, BRC, or equivalent Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) criteria preferred.
    • Experience with QC related instruments such as pH meters, refractometer, densitometer, colorimeter, GC, and auto-titrators preferred.
    • Experience analyzing and interpreting information/data preferred.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)·
    • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

    Education:

    • ·Bachelor of Science in a related field Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Food Science/Technology and/or Business related; and 0-2+ years of experience or Highschool Diploma with 2-4+ years of Laboratory/Flavor industry experience.

    Key Proficiencies:

    • Exhibit professional appearance and demeanor in day-to-day activities and communications.
    • Demonstrate effective time management and attention to detail in work performed.

    Starting Salary : $20.00/HR

    Monday - Friday 7:30a-4p

    The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.

    For more information on our benefits click here.

    Our Commitment to our People

    We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams.

    We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets.

    Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.

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    Synergy Flavors, Inc.

    Synergy Flavors is a global supplier of flavors, extracts, and essences for the food and beverage industry.

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