Synergy Flavors

Inventory Associate

Synergy Flavors  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

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

The Inventory Associate is responsible for accuracy of raw materials used for production. This position reports to the Inventory Lead and will investigate raw material shortages, perform cycle counts, replenish convenience locations and track raw material usage. This position will support operations, finance, planning and purchasing departments to maintain accurate inventory.

How You Will Contribute

Job Responsibilities

• Perform required daily cycle counts and review with Inventory Lead
• Utilize ERP system, inventory transaction and MRP reports to problem solve inventory shortages or discrepancies
• Investigate inventory shortages, complete the required documentation to adjust inventory and work with Inventory Coordinator to communicate and solve the problem
• Communicate hot raw material arrivals with the inventory lead to meet customer ship dates
• Plan a major role in RFD scanning process with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve inventory discrepancies

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED preferred
• Two years of general work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Excel and other basic inventory software programs
• Must have attention to detail, accurate reporting and have strong calculative and analytical skills
• Ability and effectiveness to manage time to meet required deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills for networking and synchronizing work
• Ability to move and continuously lift 50 lbs. throughout the day.
• Must follow safety requirements and wear required PPE (safety shoes, safety glasses, face shield and respirator).
• Safe operation and control of fork truck equipment
• Knowledge of RFD equipment

Salary range: $15.82 - $19.78

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

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.

Synergy Flavors

About Synergy Flavors

Synergy Flavors is a leading manufacturer and supplier of flavorings, extracts and essences, with a truly global footprint. Part of Carbery Group, we have extensive experience across the food and beverage industry, developing high quality taste solutions which inspire innovation and can help you stay one step ahead of the competition.

Our flavor creation and application capabilities span the globe – with commercial, technical and manufacturing support facilities in the US, Brazil, UK, Ireland, Italy, and Thailand. As a result, we have the market understanding to work collaboratively with customers worldwide to develop flavor solutions for diverse categories.

Combining a long heritage of flavor development with modern extraction technology, we blend art and science to create an exceptional array of tastes. Investing continuously in our R&D and technical capabilities, our commitment to analytical and sensory innovation ensures we are always on hand to deliver the latest market insights and flavor breakthroughs.

For more information, visit www.synergytaste.com

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Wauconda, Illinois
Year Founded
1886
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