Compounding Technician

Job Title: Flavor Compounding Technician, Day shift Monday - Friday

Job Description

The Flavor Compounding Technician accurately prepares, batches, and blends flavor and extract formulations according to approved formulas and production schedules in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures product quality, consistency, and compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards while working hands-on with mixing, blending, and compounding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and mix raw ingredients by following established formulas, batch sheets, and production schedules.
• Operate mixing, blending, and batching equipment safely and efficiently in a manufacturing setting.
• Verify ingredient identity, lot numbers, and quantities prior to use to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Monitor batches during production to maintain consistency in texture, flavor, and appearance.
• Submit samples to Quality Control for required testing and adjust processes as directed.
• Filter batches and ingredients as required to meet product specifications.
• Perform in-process quality checks, document results clearly, and maintain accurate batch records.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and all food safety guidelines at all times.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized work areas, including proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment.
• Report deviations, equipment issues, or quality concerns promptly to supervisors or appropriate personnel.
• Assist with inventory tracking of raw materials and finished compounds to support production planning.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned to support production and quality objectives.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of experience in flavor, food, or beverage manufacturing, compounding, or batching preferred.
• Hands-on experience with blending, mixing, and compounding chemicals or food ingredients.
• Ability to read and follow detailed formulas, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and batch records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurements, documentation, and process execution.
• Basic math skills for measurements, conversions, and batch calculations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and food safety regulations is a plus.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during production shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to work in environments with temperature variations, noise, food ingredients, and some exposure to odors and chemicals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical or food science training is preferred.
• Experience in food production, flavor compounding, or chemical batch mixing is beneficial.
• Background in chemistry, distillation, or related processes is an advantage.
• Experience operating production equipment such as batch mixers and blenders.
• Understanding of inventory practices in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong sense of responsibility for product quality, safety, and consistency.
• Ability to communicate clearly with production and quality teams and follow instructions precisely.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment within a very small company of approximately 14 people, where employees are treated like family and enjoy a close-knit, supportive culture. The facility focuses on creating flavors, so the workspace includes strong scents and exposure to a variety of food ingredients and aromas. The position requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50+ pounds, and working around production equipment such as mixers and blenders in areas with temperature variations and typical manufacturing noise. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, sanitation, and adherence to GMP, HACCP, and food safety practices, with a strong focus on maintaining organized and hygienic work areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belcamp, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Belcamp,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.