Fragrance R&D Lab Manager - System One
Yonkers, NY
About the Job
Title: Fragrance R&D Lab Manager
Location: Yonkers, NY
Schedule: M-F 9am-5pm flexible
Type: Direct/Permanent
Salary Range: 80-110K (flexible based on experience)
Benefits: 401(k) matching, medical, vision, dental
Start date: Immediate
Our client is a small, family-owned company seeking an up-and-coming R&D Laboratory Manager with a solid background in chemistry, within the fragrance or cosmetic industry. This is a unique opportunity for someone ready to step into a management role or with some management experience. In their true R&D lab, you will have the freedom to innovate, create, and lead. You’ll be responsible for overseeing all lab operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards, while mentoring a talented team. If you're passionate about hands-on R&D, creativity, and leadership in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
+ Lab Management: Organize and manage all aspects of the lab, including stocking, maintenance, and workflow optimization.
+ Quality Control (QC): Oversee QC processes and ensure all products meet stringent quality standards. Quickly address and resolve any QC issues.
+ Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor three direct reports, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
+ Data Analysis: Interpret and analyze data from R&D tests to support product development and improvement.
+ Sales and R&D Support: Provide technical support to sales and R&D teams, assisting in the interpretation of data and development of new products.
+ Test Setup : Develop and implement testing protocols for various air care products, including aerosols, auto fragrances, and industrial air freshening systems.
+ Communication : Report directly to the President, ensuring clear and effective communication of lab activities and results.
Requirements:
+ Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
+ Extensive experience in the fragrance or cosmetic industry.
+ Proven background in Quality Control (QC) is highly desirable.
+ Strong leadership skills with experience managing a small team.
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
+ Familiarity with air care products, including sprays, auto fragrances, and active fragrance systems.
+ Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
+ Open to mentoring and fostering a relaxed, collaborative environment.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location: Yonkers, NY
Schedule: M-F 9am-5pm flexible
Type: Direct/Permanent
Salary Range: 80-110K (flexible based on experience)
Benefits: 401(k) matching, medical, vision, dental
Start date: Immediate
Our client is a small, family-owned company seeking an up-and-coming R&D Laboratory Manager with a solid background in chemistry, within the fragrance or cosmetic industry. This is a unique opportunity for someone ready to step into a management role or with some management experience. In their true R&D lab, you will have the freedom to innovate, create, and lead. You’ll be responsible for overseeing all lab operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards, while mentoring a talented team. If you're passionate about hands-on R&D, creativity, and leadership in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
+ Lab Management: Organize and manage all aspects of the lab, including stocking, maintenance, and workflow optimization.
+ Quality Control (QC): Oversee QC processes and ensure all products meet stringent quality standards. Quickly address and resolve any QC issues.
+ Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor three direct reports, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
+ Data Analysis: Interpret and analyze data from R&D tests to support product development and improvement.
+ Sales and R&D Support: Provide technical support to sales and R&D teams, assisting in the interpretation of data and development of new products.
+ Test Setup : Develop and implement testing protocols for various air care products, including aerosols, auto fragrances, and industrial air freshening systems.
+ Communication : Report directly to the President, ensuring clear and effective communication of lab activities and results.
Requirements:
+ Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
+ Extensive experience in the fragrance or cosmetic industry.
+ Proven background in Quality Control (QC) is highly desirable.
+ Strong leadership skills with experience managing a small team.
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
+ Familiarity with air care products, including sprays, auto fragrances, and active fragrance systems.
+ Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
+ Open to mentoring and fostering a relaxed, collaborative environment.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Source : System One