Flavor Compounder

Position Introductory:

Responsible for preparing, compounding, and blending tobacco flavor formulations according to approved recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

• Accurately weigh, measure, and compound flavor ingredients based on approved formulations.
• Prepare tobacco flavor blends for product development, trials, and commercial production.
• Maintain confidentiality of flavor formulas and proprietary information.
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished flavor compounds to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Record batch production data, ingredient usage, and inventory transactions accurately.
• Monitor and maintain flavor compounding equipment and ensure proper calibration.
• Support R&D activities by preparing samples for product development and evaluation.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety procedures, and company policies.
• Coordinate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production teams to ensure timely delivery of flavor compounds.
• Assist in troubleshooting flavor-related issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage flavor ingredient inventory and ensure proper storage conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized working environment in the flavor laboratory and compounding area.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in flavor compounding, preferably in the tobacco, food, beverage, or fragrance industry.
• Knowledge of flavor raw materials, blending techniques, and laboratory practices.
• Familiarity with GMP, safety standards, and quality management systems.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential formulation information.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.

• Understanding of tobacco flavor profiles and flavor development processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in weighing and blending ingredients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with flavor formulation software and laboratory equipment is an advantage.