Flavor Samples Technician
Flavor Samples Technician
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04-06-2025
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Job Description
Flavor Samples Technician
FLSA Status: Non-ExemptDepartment: Research & Development
Reports to: Flavor Lab Supervisor
About the Company
Our client is a Healthy and Organic flavors and ingredients organization that designs and develops the food and beverage products that consumers love.Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and passionate Flavor Samples Technician to support the preparation organization and management of flavor samples for our R&D team. This individual will work cross-functionally to ensure accuracy and consistency in flavor compounding while contributing to exciting new product development initiatives.Essential Job Functions
- Prepare flavor samples following specific formulas and guidelines with accuracy and consistency
- Maintain and restock organized inventories of raw materials and flavor libraries
- Accurately document sample preparation methods results and adjustments
- Collaborate with R&D scientists flavorists and other departments to support testing and formulation efforts
- Perform sensory evaluations and quality checks to ensure all samples meet required standards
- Operate and maintain lab equipment ensuring proper calibration and cleanliness
- Follow safety and regulatory protocols to maintain a compliant laboratory environment
- Assist in scale-up projects for flavor manufacturing
- Enter sample data into Sage X3 and Product Vision systems
- Prioritize tasks efficiently to meet project deadlines
- Support new product development efforts through testing and formulation
- Demonstrate and uphold company values and report food safety issues appropriately
Knowledge Skills and Experience
Required:- Bachelors degree in Food Science Chemistry or related field
- Basic understanding of flavor chemistry and sensory principles
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to precise protocols
- Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software
- Internship or coursework related to flavor technology or product development
- Familiarity with lab equipment and analytical techniques
- Passion for food and flavor innovation
- Experience with sensory evaluation and statistical analysis
- Hands-on experience with Sage X3 and Product Vision
Measures of Performance
Performance will be evaluated based on the timely and accurate completion of job responsibilities adherence to company policies progress on established goals and demonstration of company core competencies.Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Regularly required to sit stand walk bend and lift up to 40 pounds
- Exposure to allergens (e.g. dairy food colorings)
- Office and lab work environment with occasional visits to production areas with odors fumes and noise
- Must wear appropriate PPE including non-slip steel-toe shoes hairnets and lab coats on the production floor
Salary -$22.00 - $24.50 per hour as well as excellent benefits.
Disclaimer:
This job description provides only a summary of the typical functions associated with this role and is not intended to represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all responsibilities tasks or duties. The actual responsibilities tasks and duties assigned may differ from those outlined and additional duties may be assigned. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. SmartHire is not legally responsible for any changes to the jobholders responsibilities or activities implemented by our clients that differ from those described herein.
SmartHire is posting this position on behalf of our client and the salary range provided is determined by the client. Actual compensation offered will depend on various factors determined by the hiring company including candidate qualifications experience skills geographic location and internal equity considerations. SmartHire is not legally responsible for any changes in salary benefits or bonuses made by our clients.
SmartHire Inc. offers Contingency Search Retained Search Recruitment Process Outsourcing RPO and On-Demand Hourly recruiting.
SmartHire focuses in Legal Engineering Medical or Healthcare Human Resources Communications/Public Relations Information Technology Finance & Accounting Biotechnology Non-Profit Marketing and Sales.
For more information on SmartHire please visit our website at .
SmartHire Inc. 1 E Erie StSuite 525-2573Chicago IL 60611
SmartHire focuses in Legal Engineering Medical or Healthcare Human Resources Communications/Public Relations Information Technology Finance & Accounting Biotechnology Non-Profit Marketing and Sales.
For more information on SmartHire please visit our website at .
SmartHire Inc. 1 E Erie StSuite 525-2573Chicago IL 60611
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
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