Application Technician

Application Technician

Location: Piscataway, NJ-Onsite

Duration: temp possible extension

Duration: 3-6 Months

Confirm Schedule: 8:30-5:00 Mon-Fri

Pay $27/Hr on w2

Years of Experience: 1-4 Yrs from Personal Care, Air Care (with a focus on candles), and Household industries

Must Have Skills:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required;

Associate degree or technical certification in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or a related field preferred.

Top 3 Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed written procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and organization.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with team members across functions.

NO physical fit test required

Position Summary

The Fragrance Applications Lab Technician is responsible for preparing routine fragrance samples across multiple product categories, including Personal Care, Air Care (with a focus on candles), and Household applications. This role supports the laboratory’s daily operations by ensuring accurate sample preparation, conducting basic product testing, and assisting chemists or management with technical projects as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense fragrance samples into various finished product forms according to request specifications.

• Utilize the laboratory’s sample-tracking system, including scanning and documenting all materials used for each request.

• Perform weight-loss testing for air care product forms (e.g., reed diffusers, plug-in air fresheners) when required.

• Conduct when required analytical measurements such as pH and viscosity testing, following established procedures.

• Communicate status updates on pending requests through email or verbal follow-up with requestors.

• Assist chemists, senior technicians, or the lab manager with technical studies, project work, and product evaluations.

• Ensure the lab environment remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or technical certification in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or a related field preferred.

• Prior laboratory experience (academic or professional) strongly preferred; experience in fragrance, cosmetics, or consumer product labs is a plus.

• Basic computer proficiency, including data entry, email communication, and use of digital tracking systems.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed written procedures.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and organization.

• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with team members across functions.

• Ability to lift and handle materials up to approximately 15lbs and perform tasks that involve standing for extended periods.