Extraction Operator I — Flavor Production

Synergy Flavors, Inc.; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc. in the United States (OH) seeks an Extraction Department team member for a flavors manufacturing facility. You will monitor equipment, follow sanitary practices, move and lift products into hoppers, and pack liquids for shipment.

Responsibilities include setting up and controlling processes, operating hygienic equipment per GMP/HAACP, calibrating instruments, cleaning and reassembling gear, troubleshooting deviations, and maintaining sanitation schedules.

Qualifications

• Must have general knowledge of workplace safety and quality processes including GMPs & Allergens.
• Must wear PPE including steel-toed shoes, safety goggles and a mask as necessary
• Ability to perform basic mathematics and attention to detail
• Ability to wear a respirator with Doctor's approval and pass respiratory and pulmonary function testing
• Ability to manually lift 50 lbs continuously
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects and priorities; shift work as necessary

Responsibilities

• Sets up, and controls processes, i.e. blending, extraction and filtration. Completes appropriate documentation.
• Operates process and utility equipment in a hygienic and safe manner in accordance with all process procedures, cGMP and HAACP instructions and guidelines.
• Sets up, calibrates and monitors instruments, i.e. pH meter, temperature meter, conductivity meter, hydrometer, and thermometers.
• Tears down, cleans and re-assembles equipment, i.e. pumps, grinders, valves, etc.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and responds to deviations in process, product, equipment, and performance variations.
• Performs minor maintenance work on equipment when necessary to ensure continuous operation of process.
• Monitors PLC controlled equipment and problem solves any variation from the standard
• Completes the daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation schedules
• Tends solvent extraction equipment that extracts flavor compounds; observes gauges and regulates temp/flow
• Records indicator readings and test results
• Follow standard instructions to package products to specifications
• Lifting of heavy drums and bags and wearing PPE
• Follow sanitary guidelines for CIP and cleaning
• Filling out necessary paperwork and batch sheets that accompany mixes

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multitasking

Lifting 50 lbs

Shift work

PPE compliance

Mathematics

Education

HS Diploma/GED Preferred

Job description

Synergy Flavors, Inc. in the United States (OH) seeks an Extraction Department team member for a flavors manufacturing facility. You will monitor equipment, follow sanitary practices, move and lift products into hoppers, and pack liquids for shipment.

Responsibilities include setting up and controlling processes, operating hygienic equipment per GMP/HAACP, calibrating instruments, cleaning and reassembling gear, troubleshooting deviations, and maintaining sanitation schedules.