
careers as bold & bright as you
Compounder
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
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.
Compounder
Somos una empresa que le gusta colaborar con todas la áreas, estamos seguros que tu incorporación nos hará crecer.
Buscamos un Compounder para unirse a nuestro equipo y desempeñar un papel fundamental en el respaldo de una amplia gama de actividades para la aplicación de sabores de confitería, lácteos, panificación y helados.
Qué harás:
- Realizar de forma independiente la preparación rutinaria de muestras para análisis de sabor
- Mantener registros precisos y detallados de la preparación de muestras y otros datos experimentales
- Impulsar el trabajo del proyecto hasta su finalización de manera oportuna para respaldar los objetivos comerciales
- Brindar apoyo con otro análisis según sea necesario (punto de inflamación, índice de refracción, gravedad específica, color)
- Brindar apoyo en la preparación de compuestos según sea necesario de sabores líquidos/en polvo
- Colaborar con especialistas en sabor, científicos de alimentos, científicos sensoriales, de calidad, regulatorios y otros científicos según sea necesario
- Ayudar a coordinar las metodologías de prueba entre laboratorios internos, laboratorios de clientes y/o laboratorios de terceros
- Comenzar a brindar orientación a los químicos junior sobre procedimientos estándar simples
Lo que esperamos de ti:
- Licenciatura en Ciencia y Tecnología de los Alimentos, Ingeniería en Alimentos, Ingeniería Química, Química en Alimentos o carreras equivalente.
- Experiencia demostrable de al menos 5 años en el puesto.
- Experiencia en estudios de vida de anaquel de los productos de línea y de nuevos desarrollos.
- Seguridad Alimentaria y Normas (Norma Mexicanas, BRCGS, HACCP, FDA, Codex Alimentario).
Lo que te ofrecemos:
- Excelentes beneficios desde el primer día, como, vales de despensa, fondo de ahorro, seguro de vida ,subsidio de comedor, y más!
- Entorno seguro para hacer realizar tu trabajo
- Experiencia de capacitación completa y efectiva durante la incorporación y más allá
Acerca de Sensient:
Sensient Technologies Corporation es un fabricante y comercializador líder mundial de colores, sabores y extractos. Sensient emplea tecnologías avanzadas en instalaciones de todo el mundo para desarrollar alimentos y bebidas especiales, sistemas cosméticos y farmacéuticos, colores especiales y otros productos químicos especiales y finos.
Entre los clientes de la empresa se incluyen importantes fabricantes internacionales que representan a la mayoría de los fabricantes más conocidos del mundo.
Sensient Flavors ofrece soluciones de sabor innovadoras y globales y sistemas de entrega de sabores especializados que ayudan a dar vida.
a sus productos de alimentos y bebidas. Nuestras tecnologías de vanguardia reflejan nuestra filosofía central de ser dinámicos e innovador y añadir valor a sus aplicaciones
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our stories We work together in person to put the needs of our customers first and get results. Be different. Be Sensient.
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who we are We’re on a mission across the globe to unlock the potential of our customers’ food, pharmaceutical, and personal care products.
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faq You have questions? here are our answers to the most frequently asked questions people have about a career with Sensient.
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the Americas We offer multiple locations across the United States, Latin America, and Canada. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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APAC region We offer multiple locations across the Asia-Pacific region. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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EMEA region We offer multiple locations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Choose the one you’re most interested in to learn more about it and see available roles.
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global locations At Sensient, we believe in the power of collaborating face-to-face, in person. With locations around the world, we offer plenty of opportunities to build the career that best suits you. Learn more about our global locations.
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what we do We develop and manufacture flavors, colors, and extracts that bring our customers’ products to life. Our products positively impact the daily experience of millions.
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sustainability Sustainability is central to our mission at Sensient. Everyone here is dedicated to working together to bring sustainable innovations to the world. This includes vegan flavors, low-carbon products, natural and organic ingredients, and so much more.
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key hiring areas at Sensient Technologies Many paths to success. With a variety of categories and locations, it’s important to find the role that fits you best.
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learning & development We offer a variety of unmatched opportunities for training designed to help you develop your skills. Each program is tailored to specific areas of focus and intended to bring out your best while setting you up for a long, exciting, and fruitful career at Sensient. Take control of your future and learn more about our development programs.
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tips for your application Interested in applying to join us, but not sure how to begin? We’ve compiled a list of tips and advice from some current employees to help you get started.
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careers in research & development Where innovation is born and applied. If you’re an analytic thinker, scientific researcher, and driven winner, our Research and Development (R&D) department is where you can take control of your career.
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coaching at Sensient Having a strong coaching culture is a top priority for Sensient. We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their roles to meet their future career goals.
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sales careers Are you ambitious with a competitive spirit? Do you want to be rewarded for your hard work and results? Does your professional success matter to you? If so, join Sensient’s elite sales team.
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working at juneau Discover what makes working at the Juneau, WI facility unique! With a rich history, and a close-knit team of under 100 employees, this location offers a collaborative work environment where personal connections thrive.
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working in st. louis Discover what it's like working at our Colors Headquarters! With a dynamic work environment, you’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute with a focus on innovation and career development.