About the role
Job Summary
Are you passionate about taste and eager to make an impact in the food industry?Job Description
This role is based in Dayton, NJ (onsite). Be part of a creative, detail-oriented, and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Evaluate products using specified sensory methods and determine acceptability
Manage, prepare, and administer structured customer-specific sensory programs
Communicate results and collaborate with the Creative team
Recommend process improvements and lead research efforts supporting Quality and Creative groups
Maintain retain and Gold Standard libraries
Conduct sensory evaluation of raw materials and intermediate/finished flavors
Perform analytical testing as needed
Communicate with customers regarding shelf life and re-certifications
Provide technical assistance internally and externally
What Makes You the Right Fit
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field
2–3 years of experience in the food industry
Knowledge and experience in Sensory Science
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Basic math and science knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
How Would You Stand Out?
3–5 years of experience in the food industry
1–3 years in a sensory evaluation role
Experience with SAP
Strong sensory skills with prior experience evaluating raw materials and finished products
Why Choose Us?
Inclusive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for continuous learning and development
Competitive benefits package
Be part of a global leader driving innovation and quality
Programs that support work-life balance
Career growth opportunities
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
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Aplyr's read
IFF is a global leader in flavors and fragrances, attracting talent in diverse roles from quality assurance to engineering and HR operations.
What's promising
- •IFF's global presence offers diverse career opportunities across multiple regions.
- •The company is a leader in the flavors and fragrances industry, providing stability.
- •IFF invests in innovation, supporting roles in manufacturing technology and process improvement.
What to watch
- •The chemical industry faces regulatory challenges that may impact operations.
- •IFF's global scale can lead to complex organizational structures.
- •Market competition is intense, with pressure to continuously innovate.
Why IFF
- •IFF combines science and creativity in developing consumer product solutions.
- •The company has a strong focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing.
- •IFF's diverse product range spans food, beverages, personal care, and household goods.
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About IFF
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.) is a global leader in the creation of flavors and fragrances for consumer products, including food, beverages, personal care, and household goods.
