Lead Technician

Plainsboro, NJ, US

On-Site

Band I

 

dsm-firmenich has an immediate opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented and motivated Lead Technician to join the Encapsulation Lab in the Perfumery & Beauty Division located in Plainsboro, NJ.  As a Lead Technician you will prepare fragranced delivery systems that support proactive and client-initiated fragrance and technology development projects.  You will collaborate with a cross-functional team both locally and globally to ensure that requests are satisfied on time with a high standard of quality. This vital role supports the delivery of fragrance technology solutions that drive performance across the Home Care and Body Care categories resulting in products that delight consumers.

 

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value.  Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

 

Your key responsibilities

Preparation and synthesis of fragranced microcapsulesCharacterization/analysis of capsules to ensure all global quality standards are metPrioritize efficiently to ensure all requests are satisfied in a timely mannerOrganize/maintain inventory of capsules and synthesis materialsSupport the transfer/validation of next-generation capsulesEstablish/maintain a network of working relationships within the global encapsulation community

 

We bring

Opportunity to support innovation by creating the bridge between research and many stakeholders like Procurement, Site Management or Safety Health & Environment.Commitment to creating better futures for customers, communities, and the planet.Supportive environment where you can contribute to meaningful change and feel empowered in your role.Recognition and appreciation for your continued efforts and achievements.Responsibility and accountability in living our company values and driving sustainable solutions.A chance to work alongside experts in beauty, health, and nutrition, driving real progress.

 

You bring

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or other relevant field along with a minimum of 3 years of practical laboratory experience.Previous experience in the fragrance/flavor industry strongly preferredStrong communication skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detailExcellent planning, organizational and time management skills with proficiency in MS Office Applications such as Word, Excel and PowerpointSelf-starter, with strong sense of ownership, assertive and passionate for high level of client satisfactionAbility to work comfortably in a very fast paced environment with short project deadlines

 

 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

 

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage  the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

 

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

 

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

 

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.