Quality Control Laboratory Technician

**Symrise - Always Inspiring More**
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Our clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, and pet food.

With sales of €4.7 billion in the 2023 fiscal year, Symrise is a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, we operate in over 100 locations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States, and Latin America.

At Symrise, we co-create with our clients to develop innovative, market-ready concepts that are part of everyday life. We believe that economic success and corporate responsibility go hand in hand, and we are committed to sustainable and inclusive growth.
**Your Role**
As a Quality Control Laboratory Technician, you will:

- Perform routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, and finished goods.
- Conduct sensorial evaluations (appearance, odor, color, taste) and physicochemical analyses (salt, water content, functionality, granulometry, IR, etc.).
- Carry out in-house allergen controls using rapid test kits.
- Operate gas chromatography, density, and refraction analysis equipment.
- Prepare samples for external laboratory testing (microbiological, contaminants) and manage received results.
- Handle environmental control samples (surface sampling) and water/wastewater analysis.
- Manage, operate, and troubleshoot lab equipment, including verification/calibration and method validation.
- Document and enter data using SAP and other internal systems.
- Interpret analytical results and support the QC Laboratory Supervisor and team.
- Take on critical tasks during the absence of other lab technicians.
- Manage lab-related waste and organize, store, and archive samples.
- Perform internal equipment calibrations (e.g., thermometers).
- Create purchase orders and participate in traceability and recall exercises.
- Support customer complaint investigations and any other tasks assigned by the QC Supervisor or QA/QC/Complaint Management Director.

**About You**
- Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
- Experience in the flavor, fragrance, or food & beverage industry is a plus.
- Basic understanding of production processes.
- Strong technical writing and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of lab safety and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up skills.
- Customer-focused and committed to meeting internal and external expectations.
- Effective communicator in English, both written and spoken.
- Adaptable and able to cope with change.
- Decisive and results-driven.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Persistent and energetic, with strong time management abilities.

**Our Offer**
At Symrise, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

- Grow professionally in a global, purpose-driven company.
- Contribute to products that enhance the lives of millions of people in over 160 countries.
- Be part of a diverse and collaborative team that values innovation, sustainability, and well-being.

**Committed to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion**:
At Symrise, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we serve.
As a globally minded company, we believe in equality, inclusion, and respect for all individuals. These values are deeply embedded in our culture and guide how we treat our employees, partners, and communities.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that celebrates uniqueness and collaboration, we encourage you to apply—whoever you are, and wherever you come from.

Job Reference: EA03432