Flavour Samples Assistant - Precise, Onsite Lab Support

DSM-Firmenich AG; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rich history and bold innovation

Growth opportunities

Safety and wellbeing culture

Sustainability at core

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

DSM-Firmenich AG in Thirsk, England, is seeking a meticulous Samples Assistant to weigh, prepare, label and pack food flavouring samples for customer orders. You will ensure accurate documentation, adhere to hygiene and safety standards, and support shipping and production teams to meet tight deadlines.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork, with a focus on following procedures and maintaining inventory in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Reliable and organized approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures and food hygiene requirements.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Minimum GCSE or A Level; laboratory experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and prepare food flavouring samples for orders.
• Label samples and maintain batch/lot traceability documentation.
• Package samples and manage required lab consumables.
• Ensure orders meet required timescales and priorities.
• Carry out regular cycle counts to maintain inventory records.
• Maintain clean, organized work area following hygiene and safety standards.
• Assist the wider team with shipping, production and other activities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable & organized

Teamwork & communication

Ability to follow procedures

Repetitive task focus

Education

GCSE or A Level

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

DSM-Firmenich AG in Thirsk, England, is seeking a meticulous Samples Assistant to weigh, prepare, label and pack food flavouring samples for customer orders. You will ensure accurate documentation, adhere to hygiene and safety standards, and support shipping and production teams to meet tight deadlines.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork, with a focus on following procedures and maintaining inventory in a fast-paced lab environment.