{"jobs":[{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5173149008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4452892008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5173149008,"updated_at":"2026-04-06T17:10:14-04:00","requisition_id":"43","title":"Flavor Compounder","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-04-06T17:10:14-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Flavor Compounder supports our Flavorists with daily functions by compounding and batching flavor formulas; testing and analyzing the flavors; maintaining flavor lab inventory of raw materials, ensuring supplies are available and that lab is well-maintained, clean, and presentable.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist Flavorists as needed.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Precisely follow flavor formula batch instructions to compound and batch flavors (6 flavors / flavor base oils per day).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Gather analytical information, including specific gravity and flashpoints of flavors.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain inventory and ensure that flavor ingredients and raw materials are within shelf life.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Operate and maintain lab and pilot plant equipment – homogenizer, spray drier, ribbon blender, as needed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Check and restock flavor lab supply of raw materials, including but not limited to pipettes, solvents, and lab supplies as needed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare stock solutions: (syrup bases, citric acid solution, sodium benzoate solution, chemical dilutions, etc.)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare flavor samples to be shipped to the customer.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized work environment and follow good manufacturing practices.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This role does not include supervisory or management responsibilities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;A team player with a strong work ethic who is willing to do what it takes to support the development and launch of new products on tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;High school diploma or GED equivalent.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to adapt to the changing needs of the lab.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Attention to detail and ability to accurately follow batching instructions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Constantly in an upright position for around 6 hours a day and frequently moves about the laboratory and office spaces.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;May occasionally need to move, lift, or transport containers of ingredients weighing up to 50 lbs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products including Outlook, Excel, and Word.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This position requires the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, including but not limited to lab coats, safety glasses, gloves, face masks, respirators, ear protection, etc.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;1-2 years of experience as a compounder in a flavor or pharmaceutical lab is preferred.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working with food and beverage processing equipment is a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working in the food or beverage industry is a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Office, and PowerPoint\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must understand material and equipment hazards and perform duties in a safe manner utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This is a full-time laboratory position.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This position requires the handling of food grade chemicals and ingredients for food and beverage with strong odors.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical office setting for most desk work and paperwork including use of standard office equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical food/beverage laboratory and pilot plant setting for all hands-on development work including the use of standard laboratory equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exposure to food and beverage product tastings which may include allergens.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$50,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span 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The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053032008,"name":"Flavor Creations","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4053132008}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5178082008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4455095008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5178082008,"updated_at":"2026-06-02T14:22:27-04:00","requisition_id":"46","title":"Pilot Plant Operator","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-04-21T10:17:34-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;jobs-content\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div id=\u0026quot;careers-page-job\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;job-content-body user-content\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Hands-on individual that works in a test plant operating equipment and assisting in key development work for food and beverage. The Pilot Plant Technician partners with Product Development and Flavorists to produce beverage and food products for customer projects across our scope of project work. This individual takes initiative, has great observational skills, and wants to be on the development edge of new product and process techniques.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Become an expert in multiple new pieces of processing technology. In depth training will be provided on-the-job\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain proper stock of prepared packaging materials\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Troubleshoot and repair damaged components in a timely manner\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Run beverage formulations through a variety of pieces of beverage processing equipment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure beverage products are properly packaged and labeled\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines during the production of beverage products. This includes properly cleaning and organizing all work areas and wearing all proper food safety and personal protective equipment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Participate in Root Cause Analysis and Process Improvement projects\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;High school degree or GED equivalent\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;A team player willing to do what it takes to support the development and launch of new products on tight timelines in a fast paced and complicated environment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to adapt to the changing needs of the lab\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products including Outlook, Excel and Word\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs on a consistent basis\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to work collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to observe details at close range.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Constantly moves about the pilot plant, labs, and office\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;At times will need to bend and kneel on the floor\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;At times will carry, move, or push objects weighing 50lbs+\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;At times will work at elevated heights\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Forklift certification\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Previous Food and Beverage manufacturing experience\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Mechanical Background and familiarity with different parts to unit operations: Valves, Pumps, Seals, Thermocouples, etc.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conditioned plant with floors that can be wet and/or slippery\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Plant equipment can be dangerous to touch due to rotary, electrical or temperature danger\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exposure to food and beverage product tastings which may include allergens\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;There is no expected travel with this position\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This position is not open to remote work\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div id=\u0026quot;job-content-footer\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$50,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$60,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation \u0026amp;amp; Benefits\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role. The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053030008,"name":"Commercialization \u0026 Engineering","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4053132008}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5203354008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4466477008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5203354008,"updated_at":"2026-05-05T15:11:27-04:00","requisition_id":"49","title":"Procurement Analyst","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-05-05T15:11:27-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;The Procurement Analyst will be a key member of Imbibe’s Supply Chain \u0026amp;amp; Operations team, responsible for managing raw materials used in flavor production to optimize inventory levels and mitigate risk. Partnering closely with Sales, R\u0026amp;amp;D, and Operations, this individual will proactively address challenges and ensure a seamless flow of materials to support customer expectations and production schedules. In this role, the Procurement Analyst will lead initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience, including overseeing raw material procurement and aiding in secondary sourcing initiatives. A strong emphasis will be placed on building and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers and co-manufacturers to ensure smooth operations across the entire supply chain.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaborate continuously with Sales, R\u0026amp;amp;D, and Operations to support and manage raw material demand for flavor production.\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Review raw material risks or issues that arise during product development and take proactive action to minimize their impact on the final product.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage new raw material setups with co-manufacturers to ensure accurate and timely setup.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaborate with Supply Chain Planning and Customer Service to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for production, supporting on-time fulfillment of customer orders.\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Analyze raw material planning parameters on a monthly basis to ensure sufficient inventory to meet customer demand while minimizing expiration costs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support the resolution of raw material shortages to minimize impacts on customer orders.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage the purchase of raw materials including order placement, tracking and follow up to ensure on-time delivery to support production schedules.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Monitor the receipt of inventory to ensure proper invoices are presented to accounting and resolve discrepancies as they arise.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Evaluate customer forecasts to determine their impact on raw material requirements and inventory levels.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Perform monthly inventory reconciliation to ensure ERP system inventory is accurate and in-line with Imbibe’s co-manufacturers.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Oversee the expired raw material process between Imbibe and our co-manufacturer to ensure timely resolution.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Analyze raw material price increases to assess their impact on final products and benchmark costs against multiple sources to support negotiations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain accurate raw material records within the formulation system and recommend enhancements to improve data accuracy.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Facilitate samples to support secondary sourcing projects to strengthen supply chain resilience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Build and maintain strong relationships with Imbibe suppliers and co-manufacturers.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead special supply chain projects as assigned by leadership.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Other tasks as assigned.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or other relevant field.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;2+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven experience in data analysis and forecasting, with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated knowledge of core business processes, including order-to-cash and procurement cycles. \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with risk assessment and risk management practices in a business context.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate information and exchange ideas with high attention to detail.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Results oriented and takes ownership of goals and objectives.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to work independently and comfortable with changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to remain in a stationary sitting position 75% of the time.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics NAV) is highly valuable.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with PMS systems (e.g. Workfront) is highly valuable.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in the Food and Beverage industry is preferred.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Office setting\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hybrid schedule\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$65,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$75,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation \u0026amp;amp; Benefits\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role. The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053033008,"name":"Supply Chain \u0026 Operations","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5219386008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4474403008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5219386008,"updated_at":"2026-05-18T16:25:11-04:00","requisition_id":"55","title":"Quality Control Lab Technician","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-05-18T16:25:11-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;The Quality Control Lab Technician is tasked with analyzing raw materials and production samples to verify adherence to established specifications. Responsibilities include conducting organoleptic (sensory) evaluations, performing analytical tests, and maintaining accurate documentation in support of consistent product quality and safety. The position also oversees laboratory equipment repairs, calibrations, and standardizations. Additionally, the technician provides technical assistance for projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams as necessary. This role demands proficiency in resolving quality non-conformance issues, executing product testing protocols, and applying advanced critical thinking skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct organoleptic (sensory) evaluations of raw materials, flavor ingredients, and finished products.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Perform routine QC tests such as specific gravity, refractive index, pH, flashpoint, particle size, water activity, and moisture testing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain detailed and accurate QC records, test results, and batch release documentation.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Review Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and supplier documentation for compliance.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Approve completed new product batches against prescribed specifications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with product investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive actions\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work closely with Production, R\u0026amp;amp;D teams, co-manufacturers, and the Purchasing team to resolve quality issues.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support customer requests (COAs, shelf-life extensions, etc.) and coordinate external lab testing as needed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage laboratory instrument calibrations, repairs, and annual maintenance.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized lab environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Contribute to sample inventory management and proper disposal of expired materials.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Communicate with co-manufacturers regarding any deviations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Other duties and leadership opportunities as assigned.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;High school diploma or equivalent required.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;1–3 years of experience in the Food and/or Beverage industry.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong written and verbal communication skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Understanding of FDA, USDA, GMP, and State Food Safety/Quality regulations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to remain focused and accurate in a fast-paced environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Physical ability to move and lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comfortable participating in sensory evaluations (may include allergens).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Working knowledge of laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meters, balances, moisture analyzers, and spectrophotometers).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with data management and quality documentation systems (QMS, LIMS, or ERP platforms).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Effective teamwork and communication skills cross-functionally.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Based in an office and laboratory environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Appropriate PPE must be worn during sample handling and material disposal.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;No travel expectations for this position.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$50,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$60,000 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The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053039008,"name":"Quality \u0026 Regulatory","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5155233008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4444277008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5155233008,"updated_at":"2026-04-21T16:21:35-04:00","requisition_id":"40","title":"Scientist, Product Development","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-04-06T11:23:04-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Scientist is a mid-level product developer. This individual is skilled in the formulation, scale-up, and commercialization of food and beverage products but may have more weighted experience in a certain area. They are proficient in self-management and project prioritization to meet business and client needs and play a key role with keeping a project team on task. This individual has a developing knowledge of the food and beverage industry, holistically, and is a keen innovator amid an ever-changing trend landscape.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work to formulate high quality products for clients, assuming responsibility for the design, planning, and execution of varying complexity projects.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Batch and prepare formulas for processing at the bench and pilot plant scale, with an in-depth working knowledge of relevant processing equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct analytical testing on raw and finished product samples including but not limited to pH, titratable acidity, total solids/moisture, particle size, Brix, density, viscosity, and color.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Apply critical thinking, food science and business principles to work through complex, challenging scenarios at bench, pilot, and commercial scales. Leverage internal and external resources for troubleshooting and root cause analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Interact with clients on a regular basis to maintain project momentum and engagement.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Drive progress and deliver results on multiple priorities, projects, and timelines concurrently.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide technical support for varying complexity/risk product trials.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Monitor progress of shelf life for given projects through data analysis and synthesis into comprehensive technical reports.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Execute other duties as assigned within established SOPs and participate in SOP revision, optimization, and creation with other stakeholders. Participate in training and onboarding initiatives as needed and lead training for any direct reports.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines and assist in enforcing policies throughout the organization.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This role may require travel to manufacturing plants (\u0026amp;lt;20%).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This role may include supervision of other teammates as well as management of entry or junior-level roles (typically 1-2 direct reports).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, or related field.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Minimum 4 years’ experience in a food/beverage manufacturing facility and/or laboratory setting.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Word.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Skilled in data synthesis and technical writing/communication.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaborative and team-oriented mindset and detailed work style.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency in self-management and prioritization skills to meet client and business needs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comfortable with a brisk working pace and environment of changing priorities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must be able to sit, stand, or remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;May occasionally need to move, lift, or transport containers of ingredients weighing up to 50 lbs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exposure to food and beverage product tastings which may include allergens.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Occasional travel to manufacturing plants where exposure to confined spaces, loud noise, excessive heat/cold, and/or wet/slippery conditions is possible.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5+ years of progressive experience in beverage product development, ideally with both CPG and flavor house exposure.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated success leading formulation and commercialization of diverse beverage platforms, including high- and low-acid ready-to-drink products, ready-to-mix powders, functional beverages, and concentrates/syrups.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven mastery in beverage flavor applications, including flavor system design, customization, masking strategies, and performance troubleshooting.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Advanced expertise in powdered beverage systems, with deep understanding of solubility, stability, sensory optimization, and manufacturing techniques.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hands-on experience with natural color applications in beverages, including stability optimization and color-flavor harmony.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Skilled at synthesizing technical data into clear, actionable insights and reports.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Effective communicator with the ability to deliver compelling presentations to both internal stakeholders and external clients.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical office setting for most desk work and paperwork including use of standard office equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical food/beverage laboratory and pilot plant setting for all hands-on development work including the use of standard laboratory equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;15 floating WFH days\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$82,500\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$100,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation \u0026amp;amp; Benefits\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role. The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053031008,"name":"Product Development","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4053132008}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5220785008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4474981008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5220785008,"updated_at":"2026-05-21T12:41:02-04:00","requisition_id":"56","title":"Senior Financial Analyst","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-05-21T12:41:02-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Senior Financial Analyst plays a key role in driving value creation through disciplined financial reporting, forward‑looking analysis, and strong cross‑functional partnership. This role supports leadership by translating complex data into clear, action‑oriented insights that enable informed strategic and operational decision‑making.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Accounting Governance\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt; Support a disciplined month‑end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, trial balance review, and data integrity across customer, vendor, and reporting hierarchies.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Performance Reporting \u0026amp;amp; Insight\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt; Lead monthly and quarterly management reporting, dashboards, and variance analysis, shifting the function from reporting what happened to explaining why and recommending what to do next.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Finance Transformation\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt; Drive automation, AI‑enabled tooling, and ERP/data integrations to establish single‑source‑of‑truth reporting.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Ad‑Hoc Analysis\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt; Build financial models, scenarios, and business cases that support leadership decisions on investments, pricing, and operational initiatives.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;4–7 years of progressive experience across accounting and financial analysis, ideally in manufacturing, CPG, or an operationally complex environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Advanced Excel and Power BI experience; Microsoft Dynamics ERP preferred. SQL and Adobe Workfront a plus, with comfort using AI‑enabled tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize complex data into executive‑ready insights.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Office setting.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Minimal travel required for physical inventory counts.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$90,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$120,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation \u0026amp;amp; Benefits\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role. The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053038008,"name":"Finance \u0026 Accounting","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/imbibeinc/jobs/5173140008","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_required","internal_job_id":4452887008,"location":{"name":"Niles, Illinois"},"metadata":null,"id":5173140008,"updated_at":"2026-04-06T11:23:54-04:00","requisition_id":"42","title":"Technician, Product Development","company_name":"Imbibe","first_published":"2026-04-06T11:23:54-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Imbibe\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois. We specialize in developing, creating, and manufacturing beverage flavors, ingredient systems, and finished food and beverage products. Our mission is to design ingredients with impact for the food and beverage industry.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including full product development, taste modulation, and finished product solutions. Our state-of-the-art campus features an Innovation Center and Pilot Plant that enable us to tackle industry-wide taste and texture challenges, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality products.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;At Imbibe, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurship drive us to deliver exceptional results for our clients. We also believe in giving back to the community. Through various initiatives we support efforts to combat food insecurity in the Chicagoland area by donating ingredients and our time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;If you\u0026#39;re passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to make a meaningful impact, Imbibe is the place for you. Let\u0026#39;s create something extraordinary together!\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Summary of Position\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Technician plays a supporting role—driving for action and results to further internal and external project progress. This individual works both within the Product Development team, assisting others under the direction of experienced R\u0026amp;amp;D staff, as well as individually on assigned project work. The specific day-to-day tasks may vary but include Pilot Plant batching, analytical testing, sample preparation and shipment, and support for shelf life studies.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Essential Job Duties\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Batch, package, and ship product samples for client evaluation, third party laboratory or consumer testing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Batch and prepare formulas for processing in the Pilot Plant. General awareness of processing equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct analytical testing on raw and finished product samples including but not limited to pH, titratable acidity, total solids/moisture, particle size, Brix, density, viscosity, and color.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Monitor shelf life for given projects and pull product samples at regular intervals for analytical testing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Keep detailed records of batched formulas, analytical testing data, shelf life data and collaborate with the Product Development, Engineering, and Sensory teams to produce formal reports when needed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Execute other duties as assigned within established SOPs and participate in SOP revision, optimization, and creation with other R\u0026amp;amp;D stakeholders. Participates in training and onboarding initiatives.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain, clean, and organize all work areas including participation in maintenance of communal workspaces.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Minimum Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Associate\u0026#39;s Degree in related field\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Detail-oriented work style with a team-centric mindset.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comfortable with a brisk working pace and environment of changing priorities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must be able to sit, stand, or remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;May occasionally need to move, lift, or transport containers of ingredients weighing up to 50 lbs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exposure to food and beverage product tastings which may include allergens.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Preferred Qualifications\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in a food manufacturing facility and/or laboratory.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;General familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Word.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;Working Conditions\u0026lt;/h1\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical office setting for most desk work and paperwork including use of standard office equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Typical food/beverage laboratory and pilot plant setting for all hands-on development work including the use of standard laboratory equipment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Approximate Salary Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$50,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$60,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation \u0026amp;amp; Benefits\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role. The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position. The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;401k retirement plan with company contribution and match\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;FSA and HSA account\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onsite gym and wellness opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid parental leave\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Life and disability insurance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learning and professional development opportunities\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4053031008,"name":"Product Development","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4053132008}],"offices":[{"id":4044046008,"name":"Niles, IL","location":"Niles, Illinois, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]}],"meta":{"total":7}}