Senior Lab Technician

Requisition ID 64246 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. About the role Our Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Clark facility is unique in the sense they have two buildings. The North building has a fruitier smell to it, the teams in that building are producing natural flavoring and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savory and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy. 160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066 Key responsibilities Job Title Senior Quality Laboratory Technician Shift/Working Hours 2nd Shift Key Responsibilities * Monitor and maintain chemical inventory and laboratory supplies to ensure uninterrupted operations. * Ensure specification review, accuracy, and alignment in the quality database for all New Product Introductions (NPIs), including sensory, analytical, and microbiological requirements. * Perform analytical testing (e.g., pH, titration, SG, RI, spectrophotometry, moisture) for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in accordance with SOPs and specifications. * Review and interpret analytical data from HPLC and Gas Chromatography (GC) testing accurately. * Participate in and support sensory evaluation panels. * Troubleshoot, maintain, and support calibration of laboratory instruments and testing methods. * Investigate and provide solutions for out-of-specification (OOS) results in collaboration with Supply Chain and Production teams. * Conduct RCA and implement CAPA for raw material issues, internal quality concerns, and customer complaints. * Communicate with suppliers to resolve raw material quality issues and ensure compliance with specifications. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Supply Chain, Production, Sales, and Product Commercialization. * Maintain accurate laboratory records, documentation, and ensure timely equipment calibration and compliance. * Manage and maintain quality data within SAP and Intelex systems. * Adhere to all quality, safety, and company policies, including GMP and HACCP requirements. * Perform additional duties as assigned by management. Qualifications and skills Qualifications & Skills * Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or a related applied science field. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in a laboratory environment (food or related industry preferred). * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. * Experience with sensory evaluation and product specification management. * Proficiency in laboratory techniques and instrumentation, including HPLC and GC. * Preferred experience with SAP (power user/superuser preferred) and Intelex systems. * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.). * Knowledge of food safety and quality systems (GMP, HACCP, etc.). * Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. ⸻ Physical Requirements * Ability to perform sensory evaluations on a variety of products, including savory/meat products, essential oils, and raw materials. * Ability to stand and work at a laboratory bench for extended periods. * Ability to operate laboratory instruments and accurately interpret data. Working Environment * Primarily a laboratory environment with occasional exposure to production/manufacturing areas. Compensation Information The pay range for this position is $22.00 to $40.00 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 6/30/2026 Disclaimer We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams. Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov). Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a "starter kit," investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter Posting Type DNI

Created: 2026-04-15