Lead Technician, Creation (SWG & BEV) - TTH, ISC

Job Role -Lead Technician, Creation (SWG & BEV) – TTH, ISC

Location: Mumbai

At dsm-firmenich we strive to achieve a world where you don’t have to choose between taste, texture, or health - and can enjoy it all. Our innovative ingredients, expertise, and solutions bridge the gap between the delicious, the nutritious, and the sustainable.

Purpose of the role

In this role, you will manage core laboratory operations, support flavorists in compounding and sample creation, uphold GLP and safety standards, and ensure seamless coordination across internal teams.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Lead preparation, compounding, and batching of flavor samples while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery for projects.
Guide junior technicians on compounding techniques, SOP adherence, and quality standards.
Oversee raw material inventory, replenishment, storage compliance, and coordinate with Supply Chain for availability.
Maintain lab operations including cleanliness, safety standards, equipment calibration, and GLP compliance.
Manage documentation and traceability in SAP and internal digital systems to support audits and reviews.
Collaborate with Flavorists, Sensory, Application, QC, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to support sensory prep, QC tasks, and sample dispatch.

We Bring

A global, diverse, and inclusive working environment.
Opportunities to grow in a highly dynamic and multicultural organization.
A fair, competitive, and market-aligned compensation package.

You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Food Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.
3–6 years of experience in flavor creation lab, compounding, or food laboratory environments.
Strong knowledge of lab procedures, safety standards, and quality practices.
Experience of handling raw materials, batching, and sample preparation.
Familiarity with documentation systems such as SAP or other digital lab tools is preferred.
Prior experience supervising or guiding technicians is an advantage.

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process:

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).For further information, please contact Kanika Maloo, Talent Acquisition Partner (kanika.maloo@dsm-firmenich.com).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.