FRH Operator - 3rd Shift

Synergy Flavors, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc. in Chicago is seeking an FRH operator to manufacture powder products in a production facility. You will mix raw materials in a reactor, transfer to trays, dry in ovens, grind, and package powder following standard formulations and guidelines.

You must sample batches and hand them to the laboratory for testing, while adhering to food safety standards and precise documentation. You will inspect equipment, follow reaction and drying instructions, transfer materials, set up

Responsibilities

• Inspects line equipment and driving equipment to ensure proper working conditions
• Follow reaction and oven drying instructions to ensure we produce product that meets specification.
• Transfer materials, set up equipment, utilize piping and parts efficiently
• Strictly follow detailed instructions to monitor equipment, control temperatures and consistency of the reactions.
• 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

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 manufacturing of FRH products in a production manufacturing facility. FRH operators combine raw materials in a reactor, transfer them to trays, dry in ovens, grind, and package the powder. They must follow standard formulation instructions to accurately create powder product that meets specification. 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

• Inspects line equipment and driving equipment to ensure proper working conditions


• Follow reaction and oven drying instructions to ensure we produce product that meets specification.


• Transfer materials, set up equipment, utilize piping and parts efficiently


• Strictly follow detailed instructions to monitor equipment, control temperatures and consistency of the reactions.


• 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

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.