Sr. Lab Technologist

Glanbia; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company located in Linden, New Jersey is looking for a Lab Technologist II. This role will support product development and analytical evaluation of botanical extracts. Responsibilities include operating laboratory equipment, conducting sensory and analytical testing, and managing product development projects in a collaborative environment. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 2–5 years of laboratory experience, preferably in flavors or botanical extracts. Knowledge of GMP and HACCP is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant laboratory or pilot plant experience.
• Strong understanding of extraction and distillation processes.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of sensory evaluation methods.
• Ability to manage projects and prioritize tasks.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of GMP and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory and pilot-scale equipment and execute sensory tests.
• Develop product matches based on customer specifications.
• Lead sensory evaluation panels and interpret results.
• Conduct analytical testing for new product development.
• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams for product scale-up.
• Adhere to GMP and HACCP standards during operations.

Skills

Laboratory equipment operation

Analytical testing

Project management

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Sensory evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Position Summary

The Lab Technologist II is responsible for supporting product development, pilot-scale processing, and analytical evaluation of botanical extracts and related products. This role requires hands‑on operation of laboratory and pilot equipment, execution of sensory and analytical testing, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to develop and scale products that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate pilot-scale and laboratory equipment, including percolators, stills, vacuum systems, glassware, and rotary evaporators.
• Prepare and fulfill sample requests in a timely manner; maintain familiarity with the sample library to recommend products aligned with customer needs.
• Develop product matches and new formulations based on customer specifications, including composition, physical properties, and target cost.
• Produce extracts, distillates, concentrates, and compounds using natural botanicals and appropriate solvent systems.
• Lead and administer sensory evaluation panels, including triangle and preference testing; interpret results to guide formulation and process decisions.
• Conduct analytical and physical testing (e.g., ABV, specific gravity, refractive index, pH, and other physical properties) to support both new product development and quality control of existing products; analyze data and communicate findings effectively.
• Manage product development projects, from initial customer brief through formulation, validation, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams to troubleshoot technical challenges and support the successful scale‑up and commercialization of new products.
• Adhere to all GMP and HACCP standards; consistently follow and apply laboratory SOPs when operating equipment and software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of relevant laboratory or pilot plant experience, preferably in flavors, botanical extracts, or natural products.
• Strong understanding of extraction and distillation processes.
• Experience operating analytical instrumentation and interpreting data for decision‑making.
• Familiarity with sensory evaluation methods.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and technical communication skills.
• Solid understanding of GMP, HACCP, and laboratory quality systems.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.