Junior Applications Lab Technician

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Position Title: Junior Applications Laboratory Technician

Location: East Hanover, New Jersey (On-Site | Full-Time)

Reporting To: Application Lab Manager

Compensation: $50,000 - $58,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Job Purpose

Support Application Team members, coordinate & organize bases, supplies & fragrance oils for the Application Lab. Order Supplies for all Labs & maintain inventory for Applications. Perform Physical Testing & Sample Making as needed, and Support Lab Manager & Director

Core Responsibilities:

• Organize & prepare materials required for sample preparation
• Help in updating and revising technical documentation in the department, under guidance.
• Responsible for the management of customer base inventories, internal bases, and packaging inventories
• Assist in the administration of materials and laboratory organization
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Detail-oriented & strong organizational skills

Additional Responsibilities

* Administration of sample requests and ordering of fragrance oils
* Operate and help maintain standard lab equipment

* Perform physical-chemical measurements

Experience:

• Technical training or Higher Education Qualification in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a similar subject. Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• At least 1 year of experience in a related area
• Knowledge of Microsoft Applications & SAP preferred
• Ability to communicate in English required

Skills required:

• Knowledge of good laboratory practice and safe handling of chemicals
• Accurate record keeping and attention to detail
• Basic Chemistry knowledge preferred
• Understanding of ISO protocols
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and applications such as MS products (Excel, Word, etc), SAP, as well as the ability to learn new systems/applications
• Basic knowledge of lab equipment and its safe usage
• Good Communication skills (verbal & written)

Benefits

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.