QC Lab Technician – Food Ingredients (Onsite, KS)

International Flavors and Fragrances; Kansas; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in New Century, Kansas, is hiring a quality control laboratory professional to perform routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. You will document results, operate analytical instruments, and support investigations to drive product quality and compliance.

Your role emphasizes GMP/GLP familiarity, attention to data integrity, and collaboration with Quality and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience in quality control, food, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating analytical instruments and performing routine laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of HPLC, moisture analysis, pH testing, and sample preparation techniques.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, food safety requirements, and quality management systems.
• Strong attention to detail with data integrity and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to verify specifications.
• Conduct product release testing and communicate results to Quality and Operations teams.
• Operate analytical instrumentation including HPLC, moisture analyzers, pH meters, and analytical balances.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and standards following approved laboratory procedures.
• Accurately document and maintain laboratory records, test results, and electronic data systems.
• Support investigations related to out-of-specification results and nonconforming products.
• Perform calibration, verification, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and audit-ready laboratory environment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with regulatory, customer, and certification audits as required.

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific field

Tools

HPLC

Moisture analyzers

pH meters

Electronic laboratory systems

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in New Century, Kansas, is hiring a quality control laboratory professional to perform routine testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. You will document results, operate analytical instruments, and support investigations to drive product quality and compliance.

Your role emphasizes GMP/GLP familiarity, attention to data integrity, and collaboration with Quality and Operations teams.