Temporary Lab Technicians, Perfumery-Fragrance Division

Join Takasago’s temporary opportunities and contribute through innovation, technology, trust, and teamwork. We foster an inclusive environment where employees from diverse backgrounds can work with purpose and fulfillment.

Takasago is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients, and fine chemicals. Headquartered in Japan, we operate in 28 countries and regions with manufacturing, R&D, and sales locations worldwide. Takasago ranks 8th globally and 1st in Asia among top food flavors and fragrances companies.

We currently have temporary Laboratory Technicians - Perfumery Lab, and Lab Assistant opportunities at our Rockleigh, NJ corporate facility.

Essential Job Functions include:

• Precisely compound formulas using Batch metrics and prepare finished-product samples for perfumer/evaluator review.

• Calculate fragrance dosages, take flashpoint values, and prepare oil samples for urgent projects as needed.

• Catalogue fragrances for submissions or consumer testing.

• Maintain fresh raw materials and a clean, organized workstation.

• Develop working knowledge of raw materials and sub-compounds.

• Communicate project status to Applications, QC, Sales, and Safety and track projects/deadlines in One-T.

• Support fragrance and sample labs during high workloads and fill in for assistants as requested.

• Gather used beakers, run dishwashers twice daily, and stock clean beakers.

• Replenish laboratory supplies and maintain the stock room, replacing expired materials as needed.

• Assist Sample Compounding and/or the Fragrance Laboratory with packing and labeling outgoing samples.

• Follow all Takasago safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or four-year degree preferred. One year of lab experience or a science degree in lieu of experience is acceptable. Basic computer and math skills and the ability to operate standard business equipment are required.

Physical Demands: Some lifting and heavy work involving equipment, machinery, samples, and supplies are common. Work is often performed in teams with scientists and technicians.

Work Environment: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. All work must comply with Takasago International Corporation (U.S.A.) EH&S policies, procedures, and protocols, including applicable ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System standards.

Invitation to Apply: Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a resume. For application questions, contact talentacquisition@takasago.com.

EEO Statement: Takasago provides equal opportunity and access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital or civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.