Fragrance Lab Technician

Location: Towaco

Job Title:

Fragrance Lab Technician

Job Description

The Fragrance Lab Technician works across both the applications lab and the compounding lab, performing analytical testing on fragrance materials and blending raw materials into sample products for customers worldwide. This role combines hands-on laboratory analysis with small-scale compounding, supporting fragrance research and development projects and ensuring products meet strict quality and safety standards. Training is available for exceptional candidates with a strong passion for fragrance and a solid scientific or laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

* Perform analytical testing on fragrance materials to ensure quality, safety, and accurate formulation, including measurements of refractive index, specific gravity, flashpoint, color, and odor using specialized laboratory equipment.

* Carry out laboratory test methods required for the preparation of product specification sheets and ensure all specifications are complete and accurate.

* Conduct daily calibration and routine maintenance of analytical instruments and other laboratory analysis equipment to ensure reliable test results.

* Manage supplies, service contracts, and servicing for laboratory instruments, including coordination of calibration and maintenance activities.

* Compound sample lab formulas by accurately weighing, measuring, and blending raw materials to create fragrance samples for various applications such as fine fragrance, soaps, candles, lotions, and other products.

* Assist in the applications lab as needed, supporting the creation, combination, and blending of aroma chemicals, fragrances, and essential oils to meet specific product requirements for fine fragrance and personal care products.

* Work closely with Fragrance R&D to support ongoing projects and sampling, providing timely analytical results and sample preparations.

* Complete worksheets and accurately enter data into internal computer programs, including Formpak, Excel, and product specification systems.

* Update changes in data across all relevant databases, including Formpak and product specification programs, and promptly inform stakeholders such as Fragrance R&D and Regulatory Affairs.

* Collaborate with Regulatory and Quality Control teams, including international counterparts, to help optimize laboratory policies, procedures, and quality standards.

* Conduct testing and analysis on raw materials and blended products to ensure they meet defined quality specifications and internal standards.

* Safely handle raw materials, including stocking, cataloging, and organizing raw materials within the lab to maintain accurate inventory and an orderly workspace.

* Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and customer formulas precisely to meet project deadlines and ensure consistency in product development.

* Use solvents safely to dissolve and blend fragrance ingredients and handle laboratory glassware such as beakers, flasks, and pipettes for measuring and mixing.

* Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, and lab coats, to ensure safe handling of chemicals and adherence to safety protocols.

* Support other laboratory duties as requested, including raw material stocking, general lab upkeep, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a relevant scientific field, or one to two years of related laboratory experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Strong passion for fragrances and related applications, with a keen interest in developing expertise in fragrance and flavor compounding.

* Hands-on analytical chemistry skills, including experience or training in measuring refractive index, specific gravity, and flashpoint.

* Ability to perform fine fragrance and fragrance applications work, including creating, combining, and blending aroma chemicals, fragrances, and essential oils to meet specific product requirements.

* Demonstrated ability to safely and accurately handle raw materials and compound different fragrances for applications such as fine fragrance, soaps, candles, lotions, and other products.

* Capability to conduct tests on raw materials and blended products to confirm they meet defined quality specifications.

* Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and customer formulas accurately and consistently.

* Proficiency in using laboratory glassware, including beakers, flasks, and pipettes, for precise measuring and mixing.

* Competence in safely using solvents to dissolve and blend fragrance ingredients in a laboratory environment.

* Strong math and literacy skills to support accurate calculations, documentation, and data interpretation.

* Ability to use internal computer programs such as Formpak, Excel, and product specification systems to record and manage data.

* Strong organizational skills, including the ability to stock, catalog, and maintain raw…