Lab Assistant Flavor Creation

Job Description

• You mix flavors according to the recipe specifications and in consultation with the flavorist
• You support project work and carry out recipe developments, changes and adjustments in consultation with the flavorist
• You are responsible for maintaining master data as well as application and development data in the IT systems
• You maintain and carry out light maintenance on the tools and technical equipment used in the laboratory
• You operate a spray dryer to produce flavour powder (lab/pilot scale)
• You will carry out the sensory and physical assessment, control and qualification of product samples and operate equipment
• You organize the Laboratory
• You ship flavors and other products
• You ensure compliance with and monitor internal and legal requirements and guidelines on hygiene, safe working hours, food safety and environmental protection, as well as iso-processes

• You have completed vocational training as a chemical laboratory assistant, CTA, BTA, PTA, Food technology specialist with several years of professional experience in food technology or a bachelor's degree in the food technology
• You have a keen interest in product development, as well as nutrition and food trends
• You have a passion and technical understanding for complex product development processes, as well as a strong problem-solving ability
• You are not afraid of innovation, you are always generating new ideas and you are not afraid of taking different paths
• You like to show initiative and are able to work under pressure
• You also think "out of the box" and agile working is a matter of course for you.
• You feel comfortable in a dynamic, international environment and enjoy building partnerships as well as cross-functional and cross-cultural collaboration
• You are familiar with current programs and have a certain affinity for IT
• Team player, enthusiastic, resilient and meticulous - that's how you would describe yourself
• You speak very good English and have good German skills 
• You have a valid European work permit