Flavorist Assistant

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is seeking a Flavorist Assistant for an on-site role at the Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, FL. The position involves preparing, weighing, and recording flavor formulations, supporting sensory evaluations, and maintaining lab safety and GMP compliance.

Ideal candidates have a food science or related degree and 0–2 years in a lab or ingredient setting. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes collaboration with R&D and cross-functional teams to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
• 0–2 years of laboratory, food ingredient, or related technical experience is preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and record-keeping in systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compound, analyze, and record flavor formulations in company systems.
• Conduct flavor formulation activities, including material handling and documentation.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, flavor stocks, and raw material organization.
• Follow GMP and site procedures; ensure a clean, compliant lab.
• Support R&D and cross-functional teams on flavor projects; assist sensory evaluations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

SAP

Analytical skills

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

Lab procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline

Tools

Rotary evaporator

Analytical balance

Laboratory glassware

Job description

## Flavorist AssistantApply: On-site: Citrus Innovation Ctr FL USA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 31, 2026 (28 days left to apply): R22175**Job Summary**Are you passionate about flavor creation and ready to help bring innovative food and beverage experiences to life?IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.Our Taste Business Unit crafts unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that help define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape flavor trends, and fuel market success.The role is based in Lakeland, Florida (onsite role).Be part of a creative, collaborative, and customer-focused team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.## Where You'll Make a Difference* Prepare, compound, analyze, and accurately record flavor formulations within company systems.* Conduct flavor formulation activities, including raw material handling, weighing, measuring physical properties, and documentation.* Maintain laboratory inventory, flavor stocks, and raw material organization.* Follow all laboratory safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and site procedures.* Partner with Research & Development (R&D) and cross-functional teams to support projects and business objectives.* Perform laboratory processes required for intermediates and finished flavors, including liquid compounding, extractions, and rotary evaporation techniques.* Assist with sensory evaluations, tasting sessions, and product assessments.* Maintain detailed records, organized notes, and accurate experimental documentation.* Support a clean, efficient, and compliant laboratory environment.## What Makes You the Right Fit* Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, Food Engineering, or a related discipline.* 0 to 2 years of laboratory, food industry, chemical industry, or related technical experience.* Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, SAP, and other applicable business systems.* Practical mathematical skills, including calculations and preparation of ingredient dilutions and formulations.* Ability to evaluate and distinguish sensory characteristics of flavors and food applications.* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.* Ability to work independently while managing priorities and meeting deadlines.* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accurate documentation practices.* Successful completion of IFF's internal sensory assessment.## How Would You Stand Out?* Experience working in flavor, food ingredient, beverage, dairy, sweet goods, or savory product development environments.* Knowledge of laboratory equipment and processes used in flavor creation and product evaluation.* Additional language capabilities beyond English.## Why Choose Us?* Opportunity to work at IFF's Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida.* Exposure to industry-leading flavor technology, innovation, and product development.* Collaborative environment that encourages learning and professional growth.* Hands-on experience supporting flavorists and innovation projects across multiple categories.* Career development opportunities within a global organization.* Inclusive culture focused on creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more