Production Operator

Sensient Technologies; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in flavors and extracts is seeking a qualified individual to handle sample compounding, dispensing, and shipping. The ideal candidate will possess a scientific background and laboratory experience, along with logistics knowledge. This role requires the ability to follow SOPs and work efficiently under pressure. The position is on-site in Milton Keynes, with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Development opportunities

Effective training experience

Qualifications

• Dangerous goods carriage certificate preferred.
• Experience in dealing with customs documentation.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Fulfill sample requests: compounding, dispensing, labelling.
• Pack and ship flavor samples using logistical IT systems.
• Keep sample KPIs on track and prioritize tasks.

Skills

Scientific background with laboratory experience

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge in health and safety

Experience with liquid and powder compounder

Logistics experience

Job description

You will fulfill the sample requests: compounding, dispensing, labelling and preparing for shipping of flavors following the appropriate procedures. Pack and ship flavor samples and other samples in general using relevant logistical IT systems. Check stock levels, replenishing where required though compounding or liaising with production.

What you’ll do:

• Respond in time, according to the priority and indication of the manager, to the assigned tasks
• Keep the sample KPIs on track and prioritise tasks when the manager is absent (i.e. holiday)
• Follow the procedure in order to guarantee the traceability and quality of the samples
• Compound samples when necessary according to formulation (liquid and powder)
• Complete all document filing for customs purposes.
• Inform promptly the manager when an issue occurs and use own initiative to solve

What you’ll bring:

• Scientific background with laboratory experience, knowledge in health and safety as well as shipment processes
• Ability to follow SOPs and sample from production (Raw materials and final product)
• Experience with liquid and powder compounder and spray dry equipment usage and cleaning
• Ability to work under pressure with a fast turnover
• Dangerous goods carriage certificate and/or logistics experience
• Willing to work in shifts (Monday to Friday working pattern: 06:00 – 14:00 and 10:00 – 18:00)

What you’ll get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• Opportunity to develop a strong and fulfilling career

About Sensient:

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.

About Sensient Flavors:

We offer 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.