Fragrance Lab Technician

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Professional lab environment

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. in Northbrook, IL is seeking a dedicated Fragrance Lab Technician to join our Fragrance R&D team. You will assist in fulfillment, shipping, sample requests, and quality control within a fast-paced lab.

Responsibilities include precision compounding, maintaining the lab, handling raw materials, and coordinating with teams to ensure timely completion of sample requests and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent.
• BS/BA in chemistry or related science preferred.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong mathematical and reasoning skills.
• Good attendance and safety knowledge.
• Computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Precision compounding of formulas and preparation of finished product samples.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory.
• Ensure the security of all fragrance formula batch sheets.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.
• Follow all safety, GMP, and Hazmat rules.
• Stock lab/shipping supplies (e.g., glass bottles, plastic containers, caps, boxes).
• Perform duties required for completing sample requests, including filing, labeling, packing, and wrapping.
• Manage raw material orders and upkeep for the labs.
• Conduct general quality control tests and input data.
• Communicate clearly and take accountability in collaborative efforts to achieve team objectives.
• Demonstrate initiative in pursuing continuous improvement of processes, products, and team outcomes.
• Perform all general laboratory responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

HS diploma or GED

BS/BA in chemistry (preferred)

Job description

Bell Northbrook
Northbrook, IL 60062, USA

Description

Job Title: Fragrance Lab Technician

Location:Northbrook

Department:Fragrance R&D

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Fragrance Lab Technician to join our team. In this role, you will assist in the daily completion of the fulfillment and shipping of customer, perfumery, evaluation, and sales sample requests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision compounding of formulas and preparation of finished product samples.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory.
• Ensure the security of all fragrance formula batch sheets.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.
• Follow all safety, GMP, and Hazmat rules.
• Stock lab/shipping supplies (e.g., glass bottles, plastic containers, caps, boxes).
• Perform all related duties required for completing sample requests in a timely fashion, including filing, labeling, packing, and wrapping.
• Manage raw material orders and upkeep for the labs.
• Conduct general quality control tests and input data.
• Communicate clearly and take accountability in collaborative efforts to achieve team objectives.
• Demonstrate initiative in pursuing continuous improvement of processes, products, and team outcomes.
• Perform all general laboratory responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BS or BA in chemistry or related science preferred.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong mathematical and reasoning skills.
• Good attendance and safety knowledge.
• Computer proficiency required.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The ability to work in an atmosphere that is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.
• Routine works with chemicals, including industrial solvents, flavor, and fragrance compounds.
• Work with and around hot and cold surfaces.

Why Apply:

• Opportunity to work with the fragrance creative team.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Competitive salary range $23 - $27 per hour.

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