Quality Control Specialist
Work Location: Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland
We are dsm-firmenich – innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. We bring progress to life by combining the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable.
From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise.
With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 employees, we are determined to be a force for good. And to work together to positively impact people and planet.
At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.
Key Responsibilities :
Apply QC analytical and GC methods
Responsible for approval/rejection decisions on fragrance finished products
Perform maintenance, calibration/verification of QC analytical instruments
Facilitate/lead in QC investigations to provide feedback related to non-conformances and troubleshooting
Participate/lead in continuous improvement projects/initiatives
Conduct training/coaching to QC technicians and transversal colleagues
You bring :
BSc/MSc degree OR CFC with +5 years relevant experience in the chemistry industry
A laboratory experience in fragrance, flavor, ingredients or any related industry is an asset
Thorough team player with strong curiosity and willingness to explore new challenges
Effective and positive communication – connecting with others, active listening and articulated and synthetic communication style
Effective decision-maker within area of expertise; understanding the value of escalation
Good technical understanding, good knowledge of laboratory and procedure (ISO, 5S, QHSE)
Excellent Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
Fluent in French (C1) and English (C1)
We bring:
Being part of an interdisciplinary quality team of industry-leading researchers with a state-of-the-art equipped research facility
A diversity of exciting projects related to fragranced products
The opportunity to work for a highly socially company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
Career development opportunities with g reat opportunities to learn and grow
To be part of a company shaping a strong legacy through breakthrough industrial innovations and technology
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.