About this role
* This is an outsourced position under Adecco, based at Givaudan Vietnam (Pearl 5 Tower, HCMC) Core Responsibilities
• Compound flavour samples as requested for customer briefs, applications needs, technology performance assessment, QC standards, physical testing, etc. • Act as the main point of contact to provide timely flavour samples for other labs and functions within Givaudan • Maintain all required formula records and brief documentation in company database software (CWB, Atlas, Lot Number records, etc.) • Maintain organized and updated stock of raw materials in the lab • Maintain organized collection of flavours in the lab for immediate response to briefs and applications requests • Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment in accordance with EH&S guidelines and good laboratory practices • Assist in applying flavours to food products when assigned • Participate in the evaluation of flavours in food products and provide flavour performance feedback Requirements Primary Qualifications
• Secondary/High School diploma with 1-5 years experience in a lab, production or related area • Polytechnic or Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology and 0-2 years experience in a food applications lab, production or related area Technical Competencies
• Communicates clearly in written and verbal form • Demonstrates proficiency in using common PC applications • Basic understanding of research documentation protocol • Basic knowledge of lab equipment and handling chemicals used to perform lab functions • Basic knowledge of Givaudan safety, hygiene, and environmental guidelines/requirements • Ability to follow flavour formulations and to compound flavours with speed and accuracy • Demonstrates basic ability to prepare flavour delivery systems and assist with product evaluations and sensory tests • Demonstrates ability to organize a flavour lab efficiently and keep raw materials and flavour collections up to date • Demonstrates interest and aptitude in tasting flavours and ingredients Functional Competencies
• Drive for Results • Customer Focus • Peer Relationships • Informing • Problem Solving • Learning on the Fly • Priority Setting