Who we are at Osmo: Osmo is a digital olfaction company, on a mission to give computers a sense of smell to improve the health and wellbeing of human life. Why? Our sense of smell both enriches and saves lives, and has a deep and direct connection to our emotions and memory. Olfactory Intelligence has applications across industries including fragrance, manufacturing, security, medicine, and more. We believe in the power of automation and thoughtfully applied AI/ML to solve problems beyond the reach of human intuition alone. Osmo is headquartered in Elizabeth, NJ, with an additional office in Somerville, MA. The Technician, Quality Control supports fragrance manufacturing operations by performing routine quality control analyses, documenting and reporting results, and assisting with the processing of quality-related deviations. In this role, you will ensure that raw materials, intermediates, and finished fragrance products meet established specifications and comply with internal quality standards and applicable regulatory requirements. In addition, you will contribute to the production of safe, consistent, and high-quality fragrance products that meet customer and brand expectations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform routine quality control testing of fragrance raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in accordance with approved procedures and specifications. * Prepare samples, reagents, and reference materials required for laboratory testing. * Accurately document analytical and observational results in laboratory records and quality systems, ensuring data integrity. * Review test results for accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to reporting. * Conduct first-level out-of-specification (OOS) testing following established procedures. * Identify deviations, trends, or recurring quality issues and escalate them to the appropriate quality or operations personnel. * Support investigations related to quality deviations, non-conformances, or customer-related quality concerns. * Maintain assigned laboratory equipment, including routine calibration checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance. * Follow applicable GMP, safety, and quality standards relevant to fragrance manufacturing and laboratory operations. QUALIFICATIONS Education * Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field preferred. Experience * Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably within fragrance, flavor, cosmetics, or specialty chemicals manufacturing. Skills and Competencies * Familiarity with fragrance QC testing practices, including physical, chemical, and basic sensory evaluations. * Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in documentation and data handling. * Ability to work independently while adhering to written procedures and specifications. * Effective communication skills for reporting results and escalating quality issues. * Foundational knowledge of GCMS systems with experience in reviewing raw materials and finished fragrance products Base Salary: $67k-81k If this role inspires you we’d encourage you to apply. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining an incredible team optimized for a diversity of thought, background, and approaches. For all Full-Time Employees, compensation is just one component of Osmo’s total rewards approach, which is designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our team members. Depending on the role, this may include base salary or contract-based pay, along with access to health, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; flexible paid time off and company holidays; and equity or incentive compensation for eligible roles. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, internal equity, and other relevant business considerations. Osmo regularly reviews pay ranges and compensation structures to ensure they remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with current market data. All employment decisions and responsibilities are determined based on current ability and your ability to grow, without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Osmo does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Osmo or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Osmo Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Osmo and Osmo will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto. 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