Applications Technologist II

Synergy Flavors, Inc; Wauconda (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc in Wauconda, Illinois, is seeking an Applications Technologist II to develop and optimize a variety of beverage products. The role involves collaborating with technologists and providing technical support during customer demos.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and at least 5 years of experience in lab environments. A positive attitude and strong communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $68,000 – $92,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of application lab experience in beverage product development.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly across multiple projects.
• Engaging and can communicate thoughts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize finished product formulation using various flavor delivery systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on major projects.
• Provide technical support to customers during demos.

Skills

Laboratory practices

Documentation skills

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Company Overview

Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry. Our vision is to enrich lives through healthier and tastier foods. We believe great flavor starts with great people and are committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact.

Position Summary

The Applications Technologist II specializes in the development of a wide variety of food or beverage products. You will join a team of technologists that have developed some of the market leading beverage products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize finished product formulation using various flavor delivery systems.
• Write production formulas with batching instructions and have them peer reviewed.
• Participate in routine taste panels to understand flavor language.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally on major projects to contribute to winning submissions.
• Work on projects with ambiguity and execute them with support of a senior applications technologist.
• Provide technical support to customers during demos and presentations with account managers.
• Stay current with new ingredients, flavor trends, and changes to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or other applied science.
• 5 or more years of application lab experience in beverage product development.
• Strong laboratory practices, with ability to work accurately and quickly across multiple projects.
• Good documentation skills and adeptness at working within programs such as Excel, Word & assorted databases.
• Positive attitude, team player, engaging, and able to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively.

Salary

$68,000 – $92,000 (actual compensation will depend on geography, skills, experience and other factors).

EEO Statement

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