QC Sensory Analyst (Fragrance)

Symrise • Branchburg, NJ

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About The Position

The QC Sensory Analyst evaluates the odor of fragrance raw materials, intermediates, and finished products against their reference standards, then makes quality-control decisions based on those comparisons. The role performs sensory testing using official Symrise Organoleptic methods and manages workloads for off-shift QC testing.

The analyst works with Production, Technical Perfumery, and allied departments on sensory-analysis support, QC troubleshooting, and formula design. The position also maintains and controls organoleptic standards according to Quality Control SOPs, supports local harmonization of global Fragrance Materials and Specialty Sensory Ingredients, keeps orderly analysis records and samples, and contributes to continuous-improvement and Lean initiatives. Other related duties may be assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience performing sensory evaluation in a fragrance QC or R&D laboratory.
• Experience performing QC investigations.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with QC analytical equipment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 requirements applicable to the Quality Control area.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports and effectively present results.
• Must pass a sensory test.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with SAP and collateral QC computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the odor of materials, intermediates, and finished products using official Symrise Organoleptic methods.
• Make QC decisions by comparing items with their respective reference standards.
• Manage workloads for all off-shift QC testing.
• Communicate and work with Production, Technical Perfumery, and allied department personnel on sensory-analysis support, QC troubleshooting, and formula design.
• Maintain, update, and control organoleptic standards according to Quality Control SOPs.
• Maintain local harmonization of global Fragrance Materials and Specialty Sensory Ingredients.
• Maintain organized files of analysis results, samples, and related paperwork.
• Support continuous-improvement and Lean initiatives as required.
• Perform other related duties as required by the Manager.

Benefits

• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.
• Opportunity for career development in an open and transparent culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree