Fragrance Sensory QC Analyst

Symrise AG; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise AG in the United States (New Jersey) is seeking a QC sensory analyst to evaluate materials and products using organoleptic methods, manage QC testing workloads, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires an associate degree in a chemistry/biology related field and 2–3 years of fragrance QC/R&D sensory experience, plus strong communication and reporting skills. Local QA standards and SAP proficiency are needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry, biology, or related field.
• 2–3 years of sensory evaluation experience in fragrance QC or R&D labs.
• Experience in QC investigations.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Able to work with QC analytical equipment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to write clear reports and present results.
• Proficient in SAP and QC systems.
• Must pass sensory test.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate materials and finished products using official organoleptic methods.
• Manage workloads for all off-shift QC testing.
• Collaborate with Production, Technical Perfumery, and allied departments on sensory support, QC troubleshooting, or formula design.
• Maintain, update, and control organoleptic standards per QC SOPs.
• Harmonize local materials with global fragrance standards.
• Maintain an orderly file of analysis results, samples, and paperwork.
• Support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as required by the Manager.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

QC investigations

MS Office

QC equipment

ISO 9001:2015

SAP

Report writing

Communication

Organization

Sensory test

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry/Biology/related

Tools

SAP

QC software

Job description

Symrise AG in the United States (New Jersey) is seeking a QC sensory analyst to evaluate materials and products using organoleptic methods, manage QC testing workloads, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires an associate degree in a chemistry/biology related field and 2–3 years of fragrance QC/R&D sensory experience, plus strong communication and reporting skills. Local QA standards and SAP proficiency are needed.