Laboratory Assistant

About the role

This is a Laboratory Assistant position supporting Flavourists in a flavour creation and sample preparation environment. You will work in a laboratory setting, compounding flavour samples, preparing materials for testing and customer delivery, and maintaining laboratory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Compound flavour samples according to approved recipes and instructions.
• Assist Flavourists with flavour creation, sample preparation, and sensory evaluations/tastings.
• Prepare and pack flavour samples for applications, Product Management, FTF, QC, and customer requirements.
• Assist Flavourists with relevant SAP activities and sample documentation.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organisation, and good housekeeping standards.
• Clean, manage, and return laboratory glassware and equipment to designated locations.
• Monitor stocks of raw materials, bottles, and laboratory supplies, and coordinate replenishment with MRP, Purchasing, or approved suppliers.
• Assign storage locations for new raw materials and flavours.
• Provide backup support to other Lab Assistants and laboratory support staff when required.

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience in a food, flavour, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar industry, or fresh graduate with relevant internship experience.
• Able to operate laboratory equipment and follow laboratory procedures and safety requirements.
• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and workplace safety.
• Able to understand analytical and sensory evaluation results.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised and able to manage priorities effectively.