Sample Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lab Technician – Fragrance Development Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Lab Technician to support our fragrance design and development team. This role plays a critical part in the execution of creative fragrance projects by managing sample preparation, coordinating cross-functional workflows, and maintaining lab operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring strong organizational and communication skills to the team.

• Sample Preparation & Support:
• Provide backup support for fragrance compounding and formulation activities.
• Manage and prioritize incoming sample requests to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate closely with perfumers and fragrance evaluators to align on project timelines and sample needs.
• Project Coordination:
• Track and manage creative briefs and project timelines to ensure on-time execution.
• Liaise with internal departments including sales, marketing, and shipping to support project flow and logistics.
• Lab & Inventory Management:
• Maintain and organize the fragrance sample library, ensuring accurate labeling and storage.
• Source raw materials and supplies as needed to support ongoing projects.
• Assist with shipping and packaging of fragrance samples when logistics support is unavailable.
• Customer & Sales Support:
• Provide timely and accurate information to the sales team regarding sample availability and status.
• Respond to sample-related inquiries with a customer-focused approach, offering solutions and updates as needed.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related technical field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a laboratory or product development environment, preferably in the fragrance, cosmetics, or consumer goods industry.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with lab management software is a plus.
• Comfortable working in an environment with strong scents and raw materials.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Norwood,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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