Flavor Laboratory Technician

Description Position Overview The Lab Technician performs laboratory work in the flavor laboratory using formulas provided by a Flavorist. Responsibilities include operating specialized equipment (spray dryer, homogenizer, extractors), compounding, filling, packaging, and shipping samples, while maintaining strict adherence to safety, compliance, and quality standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compounds and/or provides samples for customers, chemists, applications, QC, and/or regulatory in a neat and timely manner.
• Understands Flavor formulas and develops procedures to obtain required samples.
• Cleans, sanitizes, assembles, and runs pilot equipment such as a homogenizer and spray dryer.
• Interacts with Flavorist to work out differences in formula and supports development and matching projects.
• Monitors ongoing workflow with the VP of Business Unit.
• Performs special projects under the direction of the VP of Business Unit.
• Interacts with Flavorist to work out differences in formula and supports development and matching projects.
• Works accurately with small quantities of product and raw materials.
• Utilizes good time management skills while working under pressure.
• Prepares graphs and charts. Keeps accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of all samples made. Prints and maintains the security of all flavor formula batch sheets.
• Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment and glassware. Keep the laboratory clean and orderly at all times.
• Maintains the laboratories' supply of raw materials and supplies.
• Complies with all laboratory safety procedures. Follows good lab practices for maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Produce pilot batch orders for customers.
• Work under the guidance of the R D Flavor Lab Manager or VP of Business Unit.

Skills food science, sensory, Food safety, Lab documentation, Chemistry, Food chemistry, Lab equipment Top Skills Details food science,sensory,Food safety,Lab documentation Additional Skills & Qualifications Bach degree in sciences strongly preferred 1 year of lab experience in food or pharma Organizational skills Collaborative open-minded Problem solving Creative Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Northbrook, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2026. About Actalent 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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