QC Technologist

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Purpose

Under regular supervision evaluate, inspect and analyse raw materials, intermediates and finished goods by performing basic sensory and/or physical and/or analytical tests to secure compliance with product safety regulations, specifications and stand-ards.

Workplace: Mt. Olive, New Jersey. 2nd shift

Core Responsibilities

In addition to those associated to QC Technician:
* Perform a variety of quality control related sensory assessments including organoleptic (e.g. odour & taste) and visual determinations (e.g. colour and appearance)

* Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. chemical tests to determine pH, acid values) using wet chemical methods such as titration, saponification etc.
* Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. specific gravity, refractive index, melting point, flashpoint) to determine the physical characteristics of the sample
* Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. chromatography, GC-MS, infra-red, ICP) to deter-mine the composition of samples tested.
* Enter results into laboratory books / systems such as SAP.
* Document non-conformance. Extract, summarise and collect data for material related investigations.

Academic Background

* Bachelors degree within a technical field such as Chemistry, Biology, etc. with experience in chemistry or laboratory techniques is required.

Professional Experience

* Overall laboratory work experience of 1- 2 years in a similar position.
* Previous background in Sensory Evaluation and Analytical QC preferred.

Technical Skills

* Laboratory and/or QC techniques required.
* Good computer knowledge with such systems as SAP, Databases, Microsoft Office products is preferred.
* Operational experience of a laboratory environment, analytical equipment and instruments such as weighing bal-ance, Densitometer, Refractometer, Moisture balances, Karl Fischer Titrator, Sieve testing equipment, GC is pre-ferred.

* Knowledge of chemical substances, hazardous material and related local regulations.
* Basic Sensory evaluation capability / potential capability preferred.

Salary expectation based on experience: $57,635 - $80,000

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
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