Fragrance Technician I/II

We are a candle company located in Kansas City, Kansas. Yes, our candles are made here LOCALLY! For 75 years, Empire Candle CO., has soared above the industry standard to deliver our high-quality Tuscany candle and fragrance innovations. As a full-service manufacturer of candles, wax melts, and home fragrance accessories, we always strive to improve our customers' experience with our dynamic range of reliable products.

Fragrance Technician II Position Overview Accurately measure, portion, issue, and stage fragrance and light stabilizer materials according to fragrance pick tickets and production work order requirements. Essential Job Functions (include, but not limited to) Utilize fragrance pick tickets to prepare fragrance and light stabilizer for production work orders.

Accurately weigh, portion, label, and stage fragrance and light stabilizer according to pick ticket requirements. Record fragrance and light stabilizer quantities and complete material issue transactions in Sage X3, applying inventory to the correct work orders. Maintain accurate inventory records by completing transactions accurately and in real time during the picking and staging process.

Handle additional material requests from production for fragrance and light stabilizer and update system records accordingly. Use handheld scanners, barcodes, and manual entry as needed to complete inventory transactions and required paperwork accurately and legibly. Locate, pull, and verify materials and supplies listed on production work orders.

Collaborate with Material Handlers to manage fragrance barrels and stage fragrance for work orders. Collaborate with the manager to resolve inventory, material, staging, or work order issues as needed. Ability to obtain and maintain company-required certification to safely operate a sit-down or stand-up forklift, if assigned.

Operate forklift safely and correctly in environment that includes foot traffic and production employees. Work assigned schedule and overtime as required based on business needs. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

– Education, Skills and Experiences (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.) High school diploma or equivalent. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks based on deadlines and production needs. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP system data entry.

Ability to pass Forklift Operator & Material Handler pre-hire assessment with a passing score. Previous experience using industrial scales, bench scales, floor scales, or other weighing equipment is preferred. Familiarity with inventory practices, material handling, and production work orders is preferred. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.

Effective verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to perform transactions in Sage X3 or similar ERP systems to maintain accurate inventory records.

Requirements

– Physical & Environmental Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and move or maneuver containers, drums, or materials weighing up to 500 pounds with appropriate equipment frequently Ability to work in a highly fragranced environment with appropriate PPE and controls, as required. Position requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, reaching, reaching above shoulders, fine finger movements, manual dexterity, and climbing stairs.

May be required to stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time. Position requires working around moving machinery and material handling equipment. Exposure to changes in temperature and/or humidity.