Associate Perfumery Technician

IFF • New York, NY

1d • $43,554 - $62,220 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about fragrance creation and eager to contribute to products that inspire consumers around the world? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise, and a mindful approach to fragrance design. The role is based in New York, NY (on-site role). Be part of a collaborative, detail-oriented, and innovative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Requirements

• High school diploma, technical degree, or equivalent educational background.
• Chemical, laboratory, technical, or related scientific background.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow procedures, protocols, and quality standards consistently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with automated systems and computer-based task management tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand English-language documentation and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Internship, laboratory training, or early-career experience in a technical environment is preferred.
• Previous experience in a fragrance, flavor, cosmetics, consumer goods, or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of inventory management, sample preparation, or laboratory best practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Weigh fragrance compounds accurately according to established formulas, procedures, and good manufacturing practices.
• Prepare and process raw materials while ensuring proper barcode tracking, labeling, conditioning, and documentation.
• Produce fragrance oil reference samples that serve as quality control standards for manufacturing.
• Safely handle fragrance ingredients and chemical materials in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols.
• Fill sample requests and prepare perfume submissions for internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete all required administrative and system-related documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage raw material inventory, including shelf-life monitoring, replenishment requests, labeling, and contamination prevention.
• Prepare fragrance oil applications for internal evaluation using appropriate laboratory techniques and best practices.
• Support laboratory operations through equipment maintenance, housekeeping activities, and adherence to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards.

Benefits

• Access learning and development opportunities that support professional growth.
• Collaborate with diverse global teams in an inclusive and supportive environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED