FONA is always looking for bright, thoughtful people to join one of Chicago's "101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For". Please check our site often. Positions are being added throughout the year as our company continues to grow.

If you are interested in a position listed below, please email a cover letter and resume to HR@fona.com or fax to 630.578.8601, attention Human Resources.

Account Executive Positions

As one of the leading flavor and solutions providers to the food and beverage industry, FONA is continually seeking experienced sales people. Our strong service model, coupled with our creativity and solutions approach consistently yields double-digit growth year-on-year. FONA Account Executives are key to our success with their primary role being growth of the business though effective management of new and existing customers, contacts, and business opportunities. Candidates for our Account Executive positions should have experience in selling to the Confection, Beverage, Grain, and Nutraceutical markets. Strong relationships skills across both technical and procurement professionals are essential. Individuals should be highly motivated, self starters who are forward thinking problem solvers with excellent contacts and strong work ethics Strong communication and strategic selling skills are a necessity. The positions typically require >60% travel and are home-office based.

Please submit your resume to hr@fona.com for consideration.

Flavorist

As one of the leading flavor and solutions providers to the food and beverage industry, FONA is continually seeking experienced flavorists to join our team. Our strong service model, coupled with our creativity and solutions approach, consistently yield double-digit growth year-on-year. FONA flavorists are key to our success — their primary role being the creation of innovative and winning flavor solutions for our customers. Proficiency in flavor chemistry is required, and candidates must demonstrate a thorough understanding of ingredients and raw material sourcing. Candidates must also demonstrate expertise in fruit/sweet-brown flavor development and possess strong computer and project management skills. Certification in the Society of Flavor Chemists is heavily preferred.

Applicants should be highly motivated self-starters who work well in a collaborative team environment. Strong relationship and communication skills across all R&D and business functions are essential. This position requires minimal travel. If you fulfill the above requirements and are interested in joining the FONA team.

Please submit your resume to hr@fona.com for consideration.

Legal Secretary/Executive Assistant

As one of the leading flavor and solutions providers to the food and beverage industry, FONA is seeking a Legal Secretary/Executive Assistant to join our team. Our strong service model, coupled with our creativity and solutions approach, consistently yield double-digit growth year-on-year. The position of Legal Secretary/Executive Assistant is an integral part of the Legal Team and is able to assist where needed throughout the FONA organization.

Additional responsibilities include monitoring agreements, administering training regarding legal requests and documentation, composing general correspondence, welcoming visitors, advising executives of historical precedents, arranging company dinners and functions, coordinating corporate travel and meetings, and various other duties.

An Associate’s degree is required, plus three or more years of legal experience preferred.  Applicants should demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and should be highly motivated self-starters who work well in a collaborative team environment. Strong relationship and communication skills across all R&D and business functions are essential.  If you fulfill the above requirements and are interested in joining the FONA team, please apply here for consideration.