Analytical Chemist II

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical research for Flavor, Fragrance, and QC projects, including method selection, sample preparation, instrumentation operation, data analysis, interpretation, reporting, and result communication.
• Operate, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting chromatographic instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC-MS.
• Support method optimization, chromatographic analysis, and sampling techniques.
• Participate in organoleptic evaluations as determined by project teams and the Sensory Department.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, QC, Sales, Evaluation, and customer-facing project teams.
• Create and maintain paper and electronic product folders.
• Maintain and order laboratory supplies, inventory, and equipment consumables.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment while following company safety guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support Bell’s quality, food safety, and compliance programs, including GMPs, HACCP, SQF, Kosher, Halal, FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, DEA, FSMA, and other applicable requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific field.
• 3–5 years of related analytical chemistry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the flavor or fragrance industry preferred.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting chromatographic and laboratory instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC-UV, HPLC-RI, HPLC/MS, SPME, headspace techniques, and thermal desorption.
• Working knowledge of laboratory software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ChemStation, MassHunter, AMDIS, and NIST preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary range $90K -$100K
• Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and quality.
• We offer opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.
• Full-time employees are eligible for Bell’s comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401K, and additional benefit programs in accordance with plan eligibility requirements.