QC Technician Trainee

About the role

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The role is based in Jacksonville, FL (on-site).

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production of chemical compounds.
• Control manufacturing processes using technical knowledge of chemical operations and process parameters.
• Perform analytical testing to support both process control and quality assurance activities.
• Utilize laboratory instrumentation to evaluate raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Lead and coordinate daily activities of hourly production employees, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality and troubleshoot process issues to maintain operational excellence.
• Document test results, production data, and process observations in accordance with company procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all operations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing, laboratory, or process operations environment.
• Working knowledge of gas chromatography (GC) gained through academic or professional experience.
• Understanding of basic laboratory analyses, including titrations, pH measurements, moisture testing, and color comparison techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as gas chromatographs, pH meters, conductivity meters, densitometers, refractometers, spectrophotometers, moisture analyzers, and analytical balances.
• Strong computer skills and experience using common software applications for data entry and reporting.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written procedures and technical instructions.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate activities with production personnel.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple testing requests from various sources simultaneously.

Skills

• Previous experience working in a chemical processing or specialty chemical manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on laboratory experience performing quality control testing and process support analyses.
• Experience using advanced analytical instruments such as Gas Chromatography (GC), Karl Fischer titration, Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), or Total Sulfur Analysis.

Benefits

• Join a global leader in innovative ingredients, flavors, fragrances, and specialty solutions.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Gain exposure to advanced chemical manufacturing and laboratory technologies.
• Build your technical expertise through hands-on experience and professional development opportunities.
• Partner with experienced professionals across Production, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Contribute to products that make a positive impact on customers and consumers worldwide.