Spray Dry Operator | 2nd shift | $1K Sign on bonus

Synergy Flavors Innova, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Shift Differential

Onsite – Chicago, IL

Job summary

Synergy Flavors in Chicago, IL is seeking a Compounder for our production facility. You will weigh ingredients, operate spray dryers, mixers, and blending tanks, and follow batch instructions with care. You will take samples for lab testing and adhere to food-safety guidelines and documentation.

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, PPE use, and occasional overtime. We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus, a 5% shift differential on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 2pm-10:30pm), onsite work, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED Preferred.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, GMPs, allergens, and quality processes.
• Acute attention to detail with ability to produce error-free work.
• Strong math skills and ability to read scales for unit measures.
• Basic computer skills; RF scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and wear PPE/respirator (with medical clearance).
• Respirator clearance after Doctor's approval and fit test.

Responsibilities

• Follow batching instructions to measure, weigh, and transfer ingredients.
• Operate spray dry equipment, liquid reactors, piping, and related parts.
• Monitor temperatures, consistency, and quality throughout production.
• Sample and test finished mixes for required attributes.
• Complete batch sheets, documentation, and paperwork accurately.
• Maintain sanitary standards through cleaning (CIP) and proper handling of materials.
• Support fast-paced production by multitasking, adjusting to priorities and collaborating with the team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Math skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HS Diploma/GED Preferred

Tools

RF scanner

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. 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 batching instructions to accurately measure, weigh, and transfer ingredients. Operate spray dry equipment, liquid reactors, piping, and related parts. Effectively monitor equipment and control temperatures, consistency, and quality throughout production. Sample and test finished mixes for required attributes. Complete all batch sheets, documentation, and paperwork accurately. Maintain sanitary standards through cleaning (CIP) and proper handling of materials. Perform all tasks safely, using required PPE, and in compliance with company policies. Support fast-paced production by multitasking, adjusting to priorities and collaborating with the team. Lift heavy drums and bags while wearing proper PPE. Consistently perform and complete assigned duties without errors or other defects.

Skills and Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED Preferred
• Must have a general knowledge of workplace safety, GMP's, allergens, and quality processes
• Acute attention to detail with ability to consistently produce error-free work.
• Strong math skills (addition, division, percentages) and ability to use/read scales to recognize unit of measure requirements.
• Basic computer skills with RF scanner experience preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and work while wearing PPE/respirator (with medical clearance).
• The employee is required to wear a respirator after a Doctor's approval and successfully passing the fit and pulmonary test.
• Effective communication skills to identify and report safety or quality issues to the lead/supervisor
• Flexibility to work overtime when required.

Hourly Rate:

$23 per hour (more w/ experience) + 5% shift differential + $1,000 Sign on Bonus 2nd shift: Monday - Friday 2pm-10:30pm

Department: Operations Location: Chicago, IL Work Arrangement: Onsite Reporting To: Production Supervisor

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 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.