Flavorist, Sweet & Bev, Hoffman Estates, IL

Flavorist, Sweet & Bev, Hoffman Estates, IL

Hard work lives here. So does high reward. If that’s you, let’s talk!

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

This opportunity is 100% office based.

If you're an accomplished Flavorist looking for the opportunity to make a lasting impact, this is your chance to shape the future of flavor innovation. 

You'll enjoy the autonomy to create and develop winning flavors for global customers while collaborating with world-class technical teams. Beyond hands-on flavor creation, you'll have the opportunity to mentor the next generation of Flavorists, influence global training initiatives, and grow into a leadership role managing a Flavor Creation team. This role offers the perfect blend of creativity, technical excellence, and career progression.  Apply today!

What you’ll do:

•  Develop innovative flavor solutions that meet customer requirements and business objectives, including flavor creation, matching, and concept development. 
• Collaborate closely with Application, Procurement, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to deliver successful customer solutions and technical support. 
• Contribute to the Flavorist Training Program by teaching training modules, with the potential to lead the program on a regional or global level. 
• Provide technical expertise and flavor creation support to internal and external customers, including participation in customer visits and travel to support global business needs. 
• Participate in sensory evaluation panels, SFC meetings, and other technical initiatives to drive continuous improvement and innovation. 
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and leadership potential, including the opportunity to manage a Flavor Creation team.

What you’ll bring:

• HS Diploma/GED. Bachelor’s degree in science preferred but not required
• Successful completion of SFC (or internal equivalent) certification exam with 7+ years experience as a certified flavorist

What you’ll get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week 
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities 
• A thorough and effective experience during onboarding and beyond

About Sensient: 

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

• About Sensient Flavors: 
  • Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications. 

The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $230,000 USD.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay.

• SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 
• RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at (location) and must reside in area or be willing to commute. 
• THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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