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Compounder-2nd Shift (Spray)

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Compensation
$57K/yr
Location
East Brunswick, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The 2nd shift Compounder prepares, mixes, and processes chemical and food ingredients using spray, liquid, powder, homogenizing, and spray‑dry methods while maintaining high quality and food safety standards through detailed batch instructions and documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Ingredient RetrievalPrecision MeasuringBatch MixingSolid MeltingIngredient DilutionWeight VerificationIn‑Process InspectionProcess DocumentationEquipment OperationViscosity CheckingSample CollectionGMP CompliancePPE UsageTeam Collaboration

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Compounder 2nd Shift (Spray) - Job Description

This 2nd shift Compounder role focuses on accurately preparing, mixing, and processing chemical and food-related ingredients using spray, liquid, powder, homogenizing, and spray dry methods. The position plays a key role in maintaining high quality and food safety standards by following detailed batch instructions, documenting all work, and supporting cross-functional production teams.

Responsibilities

  • Retrieve ingredients and raw materials from designated storage areas and verify their accuracy before use.

  • Measure ingredients precisely using scales and other measuring devices to ensure adherence to batch formulas and specifications.

  • Mix various ingredients according to standard batch instructions, including dyes and other substances, and load them into the appropriate equipment.

  • Identify solids that require melting and safely melt them using hot plates or other approved methods.

  • Identify ingredients that require dilution, dilute them appropriately, and record all raw material usage accurately.

  • Maintain quality standards by verifying the weight and contents of raw materials prior to processing.

  • Conduct in-process batch inspections to monitor consistency, appearance, and performance throughout the compounding process.

  • Document all process events, including measurements, adjustments, inspections, and material usage, in accordance with established procedures and policies.

  • Process materials using liquid, powder, homogenizing, and spray dry compounding methods as required by production schedules.

  • Follow standard batch instructions carefully to ensure accurate weighing and addition of dyes and other substances into compounding equipment.

  • Check for consistency across various batches and measure the viscosity of mixtures to confirm they meet product specifications.

  • Collect samples from batches and deliver them to the laboratory for testing and quality verification.

  • Follow food safety guidelines and maintain accurate documentation of all completed work to support regulatory and quality compliance.

  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and follow all safety and sanitation protocols.

  • Wear the required uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while working in production areas.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members in a production environment to meet output, quality, and safety goals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of East Brunswick, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57200.00 - $57200.00/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.

Meical dental vision 401k 3 weeks vacation

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Brunswick,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 [email protected] 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.

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