Quality Control Analytical Lab Tech

Position: QUALITY CONTROL ANALYTICAL LAB TECH
Where Science Meets Flavor Are you someone who loves blending technical expertise with sensory discovery? Do you enjoy digging into data just as much as describing flavors and aromas? If so, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

At Allen Flavors, we’re passionate about creating high-quality flavor solutions—and our Quality Control team plays a critical role in making that happen. We’re seeking a Quality Control Analytical Lab Technician to help ensure our products meet the highest standards, from raw ingredients to finished formulations.

What You’ll DoIn this role, you’ll be a key player in ensuring consistency, quality, and accuracy across our lab operations:

Perform physical testing including refractive index, specific gravity, pH, and moisture

Evaluate the color, aroma, and taste of ingredients (yes, your senses matter!)Analyze incoming flavor ingredients using GC/MS, GC-FID, FTIR, and other analytical techniques

Investigate and support root cause analysis for non-conforming materials

Maintain detailed records of incoming materials and verify consistency with established standards

Retain and manage samples for traceability and compliance

Re-evaluate expired materials and determine appropriate disposition

Approve or reject raw materials in internal systems

Collaborate closely with the QC team on material status and quality issues

Monitor, maintain, and verify performance of analytical instruments

Communicate equipment issues and ensure proper documentation

Support company programs including HACCP, SQF, Food Safety, and Food Defense Follow and uphold laboratory SOPs and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Pitch in where needed and serve as the primary backup to the QC Analytical Chemistry team performing all other duties as assigned

We’re looking for someone who combines technical know-how with curiosity, precision, and teamwork:

Education & Experience Qualified candidates with Food Science/Chemistry/Biology/ Applied Sciences must have a 4-year BS Degree, or over 4 years related industry experience.
1-2 years of relevant industry experience

Experience in an analytical or product development lab, ideally in flavor, fragrance, food, beverage, or consumer products

Skills & Strengths Familiarity with sensory evaluation and linking analytical data to sensory profiles

Strong attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities—independently and as part of a team Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office Working knowledge of flavor chemicals is a plus

Why You’ll Love It Here Work at the intersection of science and creativity

Be a part of a collaborative team that values quality and innovation

Gain exposure to both Quality Control and R&D environments

Play a meaningful role in ensuring products people love are made safely and consistently

If you’re ready to bring your analytical skills—and your senses—to a team that values both, we’d love to hear from you.
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