Laboratory Technician

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Hazlet Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Learning and development programs

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Vacation and holidays

Parental leave (16 weeks)

Annual bonus plan

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. in Hazlet, NJ, on-site day shift, is seeking a Laboratory Quality Control Technician to support QA, R&D and production testing.

You will operate analytical instrumentation, perform routine and non-routine analyses, and enter results in SAP/MRP, collaborating with chemists and QC staff to resolve quality issues while maintaining regulatory compliance. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology or related science and 1 year in a quality

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a Quality Technician role, preferably in fragrance, flavors or aroma chemicals.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Science or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills; good communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine chemical, physical and instrumental analyses for QA and R&D.
• Operate analytical instruments and review GC profiles and related test data.
• Enter results into SAP/MRP and other databases; assist in resolving quality issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology or related science

Tools

Excel

SAP/MRP system

Job description

## Laboratory TechnicianApply: On-site: Hazlet, NJ (Plant/Creative Center), USA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 22, 2026 (20 days left to apply): R22078**Job Summary**Looking for a role that challenges you while making an impact on products people use every day? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.As a **Laboratory Quality Control Technician,** you will perform a variety of standardized laboratory tests used in the quality assurance, research, and development of products, formulations, and applications. This position is located in **HAZLET, NJ - USA and is Day Shift**. **Where You’ll Make a Difference** * It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF’S Fragrance Quality Control team. In this position* You will be supporting the fragrance operation team which provides fragrance compounding products for the external market.* Contribute to the team’s success via: Addressing quality related issues brought to by production, sample lab, inventory, planning, our own QC team, sales and creative centers, etc.* You will work with production, inventory, supply chain, and our Quality Technicians colleagues and will be responsible for day to day operation and maintenance of all analytical instrumentation.* Performing all common ( routine and non-routine) chemical, physical and instrumental analyzes on quality and service analysis for samples coming from supply chain areas, in order to contribute in the resolution of complaints and production problems respectively.· Loading samples to run Gas Chromatography test , Density, Refractive index and CM-5 color, extraction oil for Polyiff samples and GC profile review for Polyiff reports + Analyzing samples for quality control in accordance with regulations and analyzing serving complaints according wishes of the client, perform manual analytical testing for batches with failures in the Ismatec Instrument. + undefined + Perform Data entry into various databases, reporting results and tracking (SAP, PLM, Perfumer data base & IFFMAN). Ensure timely approval of materials in analytical and GC for all IFF technologies. Interfacing with chemists, evaluators, corporate QC on special testing and reporting results as required. + undefined + Other activities as assigned by Analytical QC Supervisor.**What Makes You the Right Fi**t * 1 year of experience in a Quality Technician role , preferably in a fragrance, Flavors or aroma chemical industry.* A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Science or a similar degree is preferred.* You will need to demonstrate attention to detail, customer focus, excellent communication and problem solving skills.**How Would You Stand Out** * Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Biology, Science or a similar degree is preferred).* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.* Demonstrated ability to proactively solve problems* Proficient in Microsoft office products, with advanced skills in Excel* Working knowledge of SAP /MRP system. **Why Choose Us?*** Training opportunities* Learning and development programs from day one* Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity) and an annual bonus plan.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 moreSalary Ranges:44,996.00ᅠ-ᅠ64,280.00ᅠUSD