Junior Quality Analyst

Job Summary

Are you ready to apply your chemistry expertise to ensure the safety and quality of food ingredients used worldwide? For your awareness, IFF has announced its intention to sell its Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners. The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Food Ingredient business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to CVC Capital Partners.

The role is based in Newark, DE, USA (on-site). Be part of a collaborative, detail-oriented, and quality-driven team where together we can achieve excellence and make a meaningful impact.

• Perform chemical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to support product quality and lot release.
• Execute laboratory analyses (e.g., viscosity, sieve analysis, moisture content, titration) using approved methods and standard operating procedures.
• Document and report results in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Support investigations related to Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and non-conformance events.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements (FDA/USDA), and internal quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration, verification, and troubleshooting to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Quality teams to resolve issues and support production timelines.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen food safety and quality systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific field.
• 1–2 years of laboratory experience in food environments.
• Knowledge of chemical testing techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
• Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and data integrity principles.
• Experience documenting laboratory results and supporting investigations.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Experience working with LIMS systems (e.g., Soft Trace or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

• Experience in food ingredient or food manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to audits, inspections, or regulatory compliance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Health, wellness, and retirement programs.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Exposure to global operations and cross-functional teams.
Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
Commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee development.

We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.