Lab Technician, Flavor Creation

Join Takasago as a Lab Technician – Flavor Creation and bring innovation to life through technology. In this dynamic and “sweet” role, you’ll work across a variety of applications—from beverages and dairy to gum—where no two days are the same.

Takasago is a major global leader and producer of flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients and fine chemicals. Takasago is headquartered in Japan and operates in 28 countries and regions, with manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and sales offices worldwide. Takasago ranked 8th overall and 1st in Asia on the Global Top Food Flavors and Fragrances Companies.

We currently have an opportunity for a Lab Technician – Flavor Creation position located in Rockleigh, NJ. In this role, the incumbent will assist the Flavor Chemist in the creation of novel and innovative flavors and flavor technologies to meet the performance, quality and cost objectives of project briefs from customers. 

Essential Job Functions include:

• Compound the flavors created by the Flavor Chemist.
• Prepare raw material and finished flavor samples.
• Conduct routine physical tests to develop/confirm flavor specifications.
• Maintain the appropriate records relating to these activities.
• Perform general laboratory household duties.
• Follow and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in Sensory evaluation of products.
• Other duties assigned and needed. 

Qualifications include: 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
 Ability to operate standard office and laboratory equipment. Role includes handling hazardous chemicals and requires use of appropriate PPE (e.g., gloves, eye protection, lab coat). Work involves a mix of sedentary and moderately active tasks, including standing, walking, and reaching for extended periods. The work environment has moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Invitation to apply

Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a resume letter Current Openings | Recruitment

Any questions regarding the application process, please contact talentacquisition@takasago.com .

Takasago's Employee Benefits and Perks:

Takasago offers tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary. When we think about employee success and financial security, we think long-term. Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program. We hope you will join us and achieve professional growth and enrichment.

EEO Statement

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