Creative Lab Compounder

Lebermuth; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lebermuth is seeking a Creative Lab Compounder to prepare fragrance and flavor samples for product development and testing. You will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the Creative Lab.

You will work closely with perfumers and the sample room to pour and filter oils, manage inventory, and maintain meticulous documentation. A high school diploma and 1+ years of related experience are required, with strong math and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, dosages, proportions, and volume.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret procedures and safety information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and records.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples using scales, heat baths, and mixers to match formula specs.
• Retrieve ingredients and prepare samples for odor evaluation and fragrance testing.
• Monitor quality of raw materials and product mixtures for consistency and safety.
• Report issues to management to avoid production delays.
• Maintain lab inventory levels and organize storage and labeling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organization

Communication

Mathematical calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management software

Order processing software

Basic computer skills

Job description

Description

As the Creative Lab Compounder, you are responsible for preparing samples for product development, formulation studies, and process reviews, ensuring the work is accurate, complete, and on-time. You will play a key role in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting the overall goals of the Creative Lab.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilizes the appropriate equipment (i.e., scales, heat baths, spinners) to measure, weigh and mix chemicals/ingredients in the proper manner and sequence to ensure fragrance/flavor samples align with formula specifications.
• Retrieves ingredients and prepares samples for odor evaluation and fragrance applications testing to ensure desired results are achieved.
• Observes raw materials and mixtures, both in odor and physical appearance, to ensure the quality and integrity of the product is intact.
• Reports on issues identified during product development to management to avoid delays in production.
• Monitors supply levels of raw materials and inform the Senior Creative Lab Compounder when the lab is low on supplies to ensure products are reordered, stocked, stored, and labeled properly.
• Assists perfumers and the sample room with the pouring and filtering of oils to support the team and guarantee timely fulfillment of customer orders.
• Updates sample room inventory by adding or adjusting quantities and assists with locating missing components for production, when requested, to ensure appropriate materials are on-hand to meet customer requests.
• Follows relevant operating procedures, including equipment maintenance and proper disposal of waste materials, to ensure the lab adheres to quality and safety regulations.
• Promotes a safe food culture by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, assisting with cleaning and sanitation throughout the laboratory environment, and accurately completing Lebermuth required paperwork (i.e., equipment logs, regulatory documentation) to ensure the safe production and shipment of quality food products.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance lab processes and achieve operational excellence.
• Engage in regular feedback sessions and team meetings to share insights, discuss challenges, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
• The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities, and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Department

Creative Lab

Reports to

Director of Creative Lab Operations

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

1+ years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience from comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Certifications

N/A

Functional Skills

Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, dosages, proportions, and volume. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization is sometimes limited. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form. Interested in precision work; exhibits attention to detail. Organized in performing work and effective at documentation. Effective listening and problem-solving skills. Ability to exercise sound and accurate judgment. Ability to prioritize and plan work activities without explicit direction on each task.

Technology Aptitude/Skills

Basic knowledge of computer and keyboard functions. Working knowledge of manufacturing, inventory control and order processing software.

Language Skills

Ability to communicate and receive information in both verbal and written formats. Ability to give and receive feedback in a professional manner. Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and chemical hazard information and safety procedures. Ability to write professional correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Leadership/Behavior Skills

Self-motivated to stay focused on quality and output goals; strong work ethic and values, sound judgement, dependable, focused on the customer and processes; high level of accuracy and attention to detail with the flexibility to move to priorities throughout the operation areas, following all Safety requirements.

Culture Match Behaviors

Enjoys and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with a huge drive to create an impact while also being an effective listener, respectful problem-solver and a collaborative continuous learning team member.

Physical and Sensory Demands / Environmental Conditions / Equipment Used:

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, electronic devices, photocopiers, filing systems/cabinets and fax machines.
• Ability to operate keyboard and view computer screen occasionally
• Ability to write ideas/information in a logical flow occasionally
• Cognitive and reasoning ability to read, review and interpret work orders or processes on a frequent basis
• Ability to read and respond due to nature of the work on a frequent basis
• Ability to talk and communicate with others via phone, in-person, and/or computer frequently
• Ability to listen to others, problem-solve, and respond frequently
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, squat, twist, push, pull, and carry items frequently
• Ability to lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, throughout a scheduled workday.
• Ability to handle raw materials, including essential oils, flavor and fragrance components/chemicals daily
• Ability to use vision on a daily/frequent basis for close, distant, peripheral, depth and color recognition, with the ability to adjust focus
• The employee is required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, as required.
• The work schedule is generally 8-5pm but may vary week-to-week to ensure business and customer needs are met.