R&D Compounder - 1st shift

Synergy Flavors, Inc.; Wauconda (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc. is seeking an R&D Compounder I to prepare samples in the sweet R&D group, utilizing laboratory and pilot-scale equipment. The role collaborates with samples, flavor creation, and applications teams to ensure high-quality samples reach customers quickly.

Requires 0–5 years of experience with lab and pilot plant equipment, basic math and computer skills, and a strong safety mindset. Starting pay is $19 per hour, on-site in Wauconda, IL, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Compound finished flavors using laboratory/pilot scale equipment including weighing, heating, and mixing.
• Maintain clean and organized lab and pilot plant; perform basic maintenance.
• Coordinate with R&D teams to prioritize equipment usage and meet deadlines.
• Document batching records, equipment performance, and hours; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

HS Diploma/GED

Basic computer skills

Basic mathematic skills

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

## R&D Compounder - 1st shiftApply: US - Wauconda, Illinois: Full time: Posted Today: JR101602# Company OverviewSynergy 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 SuccessThis position is responsible for compounding samples within the sweet research and development (R&D) group utilizing various pieces of laboratory and pilot scale equipment. The role is highly collaborative and supports other groups within R&D, such as the samples team, flavor creation, and applications, by ensuring our customers receive the highest quality samples, quickly.# How You Will Contribute**R&D Compounder I**Synergy Flavors, Inc. is a leading international supplier of value-added flavors and ingredients to the global bakery, confectionary, beverage, savory, and nutrition industry. Our objective is simple, to provide great tasting flavors and ingredients for our customers. To do this, we employ some of the industry's most creative minds. We are headquartered in Wauconda, IL with additional operations in Chicago, IL; Hamilton, OH; Rochester, NY and Sao Paulo, Brazil.**Position Summary**This position is responsible for compounding samples within the sweet research and development (R&D) group utilizing various pieces of laboratory and pilot scale equipment. The role is highly collaborative and supports other groups within R&D, such as the samples team, flavor creation, and applications, by ensuring our customers receive the highest quality samples, quickly. **Job Responsibilities*** Compound finished flavors which encompasses printing formulas, gathering raw materials, precise weighing and mixing, heating, reacting, spray drying, and/or vacuum drying.* Maintain laboratory and pilot plant in a clean and organized manner. Routinely complete cleaning and organization tasks and, if required, basic preventative maintenance.* Work with, and support, other members of R&D to prioritize laboratory and pilot plant equipment usage, ensuring project deadlines are met.* Routinely complete both physical and electronic paperwork documenting, amongst other things, batching records, equipment performance, hours worked, etc.* Perform all tasks with a strong safety mindset and, if observed, report any safety observations in accordance with internal policies and procedures.* Routinely communicate with members of the R&D team to provide updates on status of projects. **Qualifications and Skill Requirements*** HS Diploma/GED Required* 0-5 yrs experience working with laboratory and pilot plant equipment, particularly within the food or pharmaceutical industry.* Basic computer skills required, e.g., Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.* Basic mathematical skills required.* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple projects within any given day.* Must be able to work accurately, efficiently, and using good laboratory practices.* Strong work ethic, organization skills, and attention to detail.* Positive attitude, team player, and self-starter.* Ability to work overtime and lift up to 50 pounds when necessary. Starting Pay: $19 per hourMonday - Friday 9:30a -6p The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.For more information on our benefits click here. Location: Wauconda, IllinoisWork Arrangement: OnsiteReporting To: R&D Operations Supervisor