Fragrance Lab Technician – On-Site NY

International Flavors and Fragrances; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in New York, NY, is seeking candidates for an on-site role in fragrance operations. The position focuses on precise weighing of fragrance compounds, raw material processing, and sample preparation for quality control within a collaborative team.

The role requires a chemical/technical background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures and safety protocols in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical degree, or equivalent educational background.
• Chemical, laboratory, technical, or related scientific background.
• Internship, laboratory training, or early-career experience in a technical environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow procedures, protocols, and quality standards consistently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with automated systems and computer-based task management tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand English-language documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weigh fragrance compounds accurately according to established formulas, procedures, and good manufacturing practices.
• Prepare and process raw materials while ensuring proper barcode tracking, labeling, conditioning, and documentation.
• Produce fragrance oil reference samples that serve as quality control standards for manufacturing.
• Safely handle fragrance ingredients and chemical materials in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols.
• Fill sample requests and prepare perfume submissions for internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete all required administrative and system-related documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage raw material inventory, including shelf-life monitoring, replenishment requests, labeling, and contamination prevention.
• Prepare fragrance oil applications for internal evaluation using appropriate laboratory techniques and best practices.
• Support laboratory operations through equipment maintenance, housekeeping activities, and adherence to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

English documentation literacy

Microsoft Office

Automated systems

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in New York, NY, is seeking candidates for an on-site role in fragrance operations. The position focuses on precise weighing of fragrance compounds, raw material processing, and sample preparation for quality control within a collaborative team.

The role requires a chemical/technical background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures and safety protocols in a fast-paced laboratory environment.