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Application Manager

Amboy, IL, US  
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Job ID 5910 Date posted 09/01/2025 Category Research and Development

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a global leader in colors, flavors, and extracts. Our R&D teams drive innovation by developing advanced systems, ingredients, and technologies that transform food, personal care, and pharmaceutical products. Join us to be part of a dynamic group shaping the future across a variety of teams, including:

Analytics Team: Lead flavor research and analysis using instrumentation like HPLC, GC, and GC-MS. Improve and develop lab workflows and methodologies. Mentor staff to ensure both technical excellence and financial success through collaborative efforts.

Flavor Creation Team: Develop innovative flavors across diverse market segments, including Beverage, Savory, and Sweet. Work closely with customers and our Applications Teams to deliver impactful, tailored solutions which drive growth and exceed market expectations.

Sensory Team: Design and execute sensory and consumer research to provide in-depth understanding of products and consumers for product development, optimization and maintenance. Conduct panels and apply statistical analysis to deliver actionable insights. Lead training of cross-functional teams and customers in flavor language.

Innovation Team: Utilize scientific expertise to develop cutting-edge ingredients, formulations, and technologies. Contribute to groundbreaking product advancements. Collaborate with a global network of Sensient scientists to shape our industry's future.

Applications Team: Partner with customers in labs and at their facilities to bring their product visions to life. Solve challenges, provide creative solutions to deliver innovative products which align with customer goals across various industries.

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Level: Entry, Mid, Senior
  • Travel : Depends on Role
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success profile

We are looking for team members who are:

  • Results-focused
  • Collaborative
  • Skilled communicators
  • Analytically rigorous
  • Detail-oriented
  • Intensely curious

Your journey

career path

This is a sample of the R&D Career paths at Sensient.

  • Lab Technician
  • Application Scientist (multiple levels)
  • Technical Service Manager (multiple levels)
  • Technical Director
  • Senior Technical Director or
  • Innovation Intern
  • Innovation Associate (multiple levels)
  • Innovation Scientist (multiple levels)
  • Innovations Manager

cultural points

The Sensient Six are the core values that drive us in our mission.

  • Entrepreneurial
  • Customer focused
  • Develop self and others
  • Collaborative
  • Results driven
  • Know your job
My job gives me the unique opportunity to develop products that I feel passionate about. Being part of an international team, with access to so much know-how and the most innovative technologies, encourages me every day to do my best and to drive innovation.
Lisa Innovation Manager, Germany

Application Manager

Amboy, IL, US  
Job ID 5910 Date posted August 31, 2025 Job Category Research and Development

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.  

We are looking for a results-driven Application Manager to join our team as the link between R&D, Production, and Quality. In this role, you will lead the implementation of new formulas and processes, ensure compliance with GMP and SQF standards, and drive productivity, quality, and cost optimization. You will also support continuous improvement, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and help deliver safe, high-quality products that meet customer expectations while aligning with Sensient’s business goals of service, quality, cost, and safety.

What you’ll do:

    •    Lead and manage production implementation by overseeing new formulas, R&D scale-ups, and ensuring accurate execution of formulas, processes, and finished product specifications in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
    •    Drive operational excellence by optimizing throughput, productivity, yield, and quality levels while tracking, measuring, and maintaining reports to exceed customer expectations.
    •    Develop and improve processes through continuous improvement initiatives that reduce rework, eliminate inefficiencies, and support cost savings and formula optimization.
    •    Strengthen cross-functional collaboration by building effective working relationships with R&D, engineering, and other departments to support new or improved production lines, as well as changes in procedures for long-term issues.
    •    Lead quality and root cause analysis by investigating rejected batches, addressing customer complaints, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented for sustained improvement.

What you’ll bring:

  • BS in Science, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering preferred.
  • Product development experience preferred.
  • Must have a comprehensive understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices. 
  • Must have good computer and analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including written and verbal. 

What you’ll get: 

  • An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more.
  • A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.
  • Take your career to the next level and work with amazing people around the world.
  • An opportunity to collaborate on site full time with a terrific team.

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors:

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.

Wage Range: 

The salary range for this position is $102,425 to 160,000 USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

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