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Application Technologist III
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.
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
- 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.
Application Technologist III
At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of colour and flavour. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.
We are seeking for a collaborative and innovative Application Technologist III. You will be responsible for flavours and colours applications in products under relevant categories or market segments which include Beverages, Sweets and Savory. This is a strong resource to the Technical Services Manager with regard to short and long-range plans, strategies and tactics.
You will thrive being part of a team of motivated people, be collaborative, however also comfortable working alone. Customer, quality and entrepreneurial focus are essential in this position.This exciting opportunity is 100% office-based at our Guangzhou office, China.
What you will do:
- Innovation, development and preparation of prototypes for presentation to key customers
- Work on new product ideas and customer requirements using our portfolio of flavours, colours and natural extracts in a variety of food segments
- Pre-qualify new raw materials and ensure regulatory compliance required for product development.
- Establish specifications data sheet for new products and keep in trend for market launches.
- Represent the company and attending various trade organizations.
- Support the sales team and join customer presentations and innovation work shops
- Perform other duties that may be assigned to or required for the job.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree or Master in food science or equivalent education.
- Minimum 7 years’ of relevant experience in food industry is required.
- Product and process development experience. Exposed to quality systems such as GMP, HACCP and FSSC.
- Analytical instrument knowledge; product, processing and testing knowledge, including the ability to understand and explain results.
- Willingness to travel up to 10%, including short notice travel
What you will get:
- Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
- An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
- Free working lunch with good office environment, a variety of staff activities that will make you love the Job.
- Perfect social insurance, complementary health insurance and company sponsored transportation to and from work, so you don’t have to worry about commuting to and from work!
- A thorough and constructive training experience during onboarding and beyond which secure a solid foundation to know understand the organization and our products effectively.
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.
As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com
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