Compounder I

Synergy Flavors, Inc; Wauconda (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc in Illinois is seeking a Production Compounder to join our food manufacturing team. You will add raw materials, follow batch formulas, and operate mixers, spray dryers, and blending tanks to complete production orders.

This role requires attention to detail, basic math, and strict adherence to safety guidelines. You will document work, sample batches for lab testing, and maintain accurate quality records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED preferred.
• Must follow safety requirements and wear PPE including steel-toed shoes and safety goggles.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform basic mathematics required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs continuously when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard batching instructions to measure or weigh ingredients.
• Lift heavy drums and bags while wearing PPE.
• Transfer materials, set up equipment, and utilize piping efficiently.
• Monitor equipment and control temperatures and mix consistency.
• Take samples and hand over to lab for testing.
• Complete batch paperwork and ensure safety documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Safety compliance

PPE usage

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

RF scanner

Scales

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 position is responsible for compounding in a production manufacturing facility. Compounders add raw materials and follow the formula requirements to complete production orders using equipment such as mixers, spray dryers and blending tanks. They must follow standard batch instructions to accurately weigh dyes, chemicals, and other substances into the equipment. They must check for consistency in various batches and measure the viscosity of the mixtures. Compounders are required to take samples of the batch and turn them over to a laboratory for testing. They must follow food safety guidelines and accurate documentation of work completed.

How You Will Contribute

• Follow standard batching instructions to measure or weigh ingredients.
• Lifting of heavy drums and bags while wearing proper PPE.
• Transfer materials, set up equipment, utilize piping and parts efficiently.
• Strictly follow detailed instructions to monitor equipment, control temperatures and consistency of the mixes.
• Work in a fast-paced environment able to multi-task and perform under pressure while remaining flexible.
• Sample and test for various attributes from the mixes after completion.
• Follow sanitary guidelines for CIP and cleaning.
• Filling out necessary paperwork and batch sheets that accompany mixes compounded.
• Consistently perform assigned duties in a safe manner and in accordance with the company’s safety policies.
• Consistently perform and complete assigned duties without errors or other defects.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED Preferred
• Must have a general knowledge of workplace safety and quality processes including GMP’s & Allergens
• Must follow safety requirements and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel-toed shoes, safety goggles and a mask as necessary
• Attention to detail and ability to perform basic mathematics required
• Problem solve and communicate when something is wrong and to recognize/report the problem
• When required for the position, the employee must be able to wear a respirator with Doctor’s approval and successfully passing the respiratory and pulmonary function testing
• Ability to: Manually lift 50 lbs. continuously when necessary
• Learn and consistently follow operational and cleaning procedures
• Learn and consistently complete required documentation and record-keeping requirements
• Work overtime when necessary
• Ability to use and read scales, accurate tare and recognize unit of measure requirements.
• Basic computer skills with RF scanner experience preferred
• Ability to manually lift 50 lbs. continuously when necessary
• External Candidates preferred experience compounding or batching in other industries
• Internal Candidates must show excellent work performance, a willingness to learn in their current role

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.

Across our global organisation, we employ 1000 people in 8 countries – and we are growing. From production specialists to R&D experts, finance, quality, digital, marketing, sales and so much more, see what opportunities await you with Carbery and Synergy.

Our Work Experience

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.