Quality Specialist I – GCMS & Lab Analytics

Givaudan; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plan

High matching 401k plan

Job summary

Givaudan in the USA is seeking a senior QC Scientist to inspect and analyze raw materials, in-process and finished product samples to ensure compliance with product safety regulations and standards.

You will perform GCMS-based testing, prepare samples and document results in SAP, and collaborate with Quality, Operations and Purchasing teams while ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, science, engineering or related discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• +5 years of experience in a related role.
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis tools.
• Experience designing and implementing testing plans and protocols.
• Solid technical experience GC Methodology.
• Technical knowledge in developing GC methods.
• Proficient in laboratory techniques and equipment (GC, balance, densitometer, refractometer, polarimeter, colorimeter).
• Knowledge of sensory principles and data analysis of sensory results.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical testing and sensory evaluations of finished products, materials in process, or incoming ingredients, with emphasis on GCMS.
• Prepare samples and enter test results into SAP or other systems, leading to acceptance or rejection.
• Communicate results and status to Quality, Operations, Purchasing, and Customer Care via email, notes, or verbally.
• Perform instrument calibrations and verifications and evaluate frequency adequacy.
• Handle instruments and quality deviations in the laboratory.
• Maintain a hygienic and safe work environment.
• Provide backup and support to team members.
• Identify opportunities for QC improvement and set proactive measures.
• Support QC improvement projects (flows, methods, calibration).
• Conduct training for team members.
• Work on method implementation and collaboration with other Givaudan sites.
• Create/maintain method library and stay updated with regulations and requirements.
• Recommend improvements in analytical equipment, procedures and techniques.
• Adhere to GMP, AIB, OSHA, HACCP, FDA and internal quality and safety guidelines.

Skills

GC Methodology

Statistical analysis

Sensory analysis

Method development

Quality control

Laboratory operations

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Equivalent experience in lab sciences

Tools

GC/MS

SAP

MS Office

Weighing Balance

Densitometer

Refractometer

Polarimeter

Colorimeter

Job description

Givaudan in the USA is seeking a senior QC Scientist to inspect and analyze raw materials, in-process and finished product samples to ensure compliance with product safety regulations and standards.

You will perform GCMS-based testing, prepare samples and document results in SAP, and collaborate with Quality, Operations and Purchasing teams while ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance across sites.