Compounder-D&E

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Compounder

Job Description

The Compounder prepares and processes a variety of liquid and powder batches by accurately measuring, mixing, and documenting raw materials in a production environment that follows strict food safety and quality standards. This role works cross-functionally in a team setting and plays a key part in ensuring consistent, high-quality products through careful compounding and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and accurately measure ingredients using scales according to standard batch instructions.
• Mix various ingredients, including liquids, powders, dyes, and other substances, into production equipment following established formulas and procedures.
• Identify solid ingredients that require melting and safely melt them using hot plates.
• Identify ingredients that require dilution, dilute them appropriately, and record raw material usage in accordance with documentation requirements.
• Maintain quality standards by verifying the weight and contents of raw materials prior to use.
• Conduct in-process batch inspections to ensure consistency and quality throughout the compounding process.
• Document all process events accurately, including measurements, adjustments, and observations, in line with company procedures and policies.
• Process batches using liquid, powder, homogenizing, and spray dry methods of compounding as required.
• Check for consistency across various batches and measure the viscosity of mixtures using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Collect samples from each batch and deliver them to the laboratory for testing and quality verification.
• Follow all food safety guidelines and ensure accurate, timely documentation of work completed.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and GMP protocols at all times during handling and processing of raw materials.
• Wear required uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to support smooth production operations and resolve any process issues.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 1 year of compounding experience in powder and raw material handling.
• Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols consistently.
• Experience handling raw materials in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to accurately weigh and measure ingredients using scales and other measuring devices.
• Capability to follow detailed batch instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Attention to detail in verifying weights, contents, and documentation of raw materials and process events.
• Ability to perform basic quality checks, including batch inspections and viscosity measurements.
• Willingness and ability to wear a uniform and proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Open-minded approach to learning and adapting to new processes and procedures.
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic production setting with changing priorities.
• Comfort working with chemicals and compounding processes in a food, flavor, or fragrance-related environment.

Work Environment

This position operates in a team-oriented, cross-functional production environment focused on food, flavor, and fragrance products.

Work is performed on a 2nd shift schedule from approximately 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The facility follows strict GMP, safety, and sanitation standards, and employees handle various raw materials, including powders, liquids, dyes, and other substances. The role requires wearing a company-provided uniform and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety gear suitable for chemical and food processing. The environment emphasizes collaboration, clear communication, and adherence to documented procedures to maintain high quality and food safety standards.

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This is a Permanent position based out of Dayton, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Actalent

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