Quality Control Analyst

Are you ready to apply your laboratory expertise to ensure quality, support innovation, and help bring exceptional fragrance experiences to life? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

About the role

This on-site role is based in Holmdel, New Jersey, United States. Be part of a collaborative, detail-oriented, and quality-focused team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Perform sensory, appearance, and color analysis of raw materials used in the Creative Center, by customers, and in fragrances produced by the Sample Lab.
• Prepare samples and perform laboratory analyses, including gas chromatography, density, refractive index, CIE Lab color, and flash point testing for fragrances produced by the Sample Lab.
• Record sensory and analytical results with accuracy and create fragrance specifications in the system.
• Issue technical documentation, including certificates of analysis.
• Support administrative activities such as sample library management, shipping target procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices procedures, and SAP data maintenance.
• Perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of quality control equipment, including gas chromatography equipment, Ismatec tubes, and flash point equipment.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers to support quality, documentation, and sample-related needs.
• Support investigations of quality deviations and assist in implementing corrective actions when required.

Requirements

• Degree in Cosmetics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Laboratory testing experience or strong interest in quality control laboratory activities.
• Ability to perform routine analytical and sensory testing with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow established procedures.
• Strong scheduling, planning, and task management skills.
• Commitment to safety practices for people, products, and equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Comfort working with automated systems and digital task management tools.
• Ability to read English and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

Skills

• Experience with fragrance, cosmetics, flavors, or related laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with gas chromatography, flash point testing, refractive index, density, or color analysis.
• Experience using SAP or maintaining technical data in quality or laboratory systems.

Benefits

• An opportunity to support the quality of fragrance materials and samples in a creative, science-driven environment.
• Hands-on exposure to analytical testing, sensory evaluation, and technical documentation.
• A collaborative workplace where quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement matter.
• Opportunities to develop specialized expertise in fragrance quality control while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
• Join a company that values diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and opportunities for professional growth.
• A chance to contribute to a global company focused on innovation, inclusion, and sustainable solutions.

Pay

Salary range: $52,556 – $75,080 USD