- Are looking for new opportunities in a dynamic and collaborative team environment?
- Practical chemistry and formulation – enjoying the process of mixing, measuring flavour compounds accurately
- Do you enjoy building a culture that empowers others?

Entry level role

If you have a positive ‘can do’ attitude, proactive approach to learning, and continuous improvement mindset, then this role could be perfect for you!

WHO WE ARE

We are an Australian-owned flavour house, with operations in both Australia and Vietnam. Established in 1989 as a family-owned business, Essential is now into the second generation of Nielsen management and continues to cherish the family values entrenched by the founder John. Located in Carrum Downs, Victoria, our facility is purpose-built to our requirements and to further expand our capabilities in local and international markets.

Our business continues to strengthen and grow after 30 years with our focus on partnering with our clients to develop new, unique, and ever-evolving flavours and product solutions. Picture the time when you were a child, savouring the tastes that came with eating your favourite food. These recollections are what drives us to be part of creating “Future Memories.”

WHY WORK FOR US?

We are passionate about what we do and are guided by our core values:

- We are our community
- We have a learning and evolutionary mindset
- We think beyond our borders
- We share the love

We have a strong sense of team and supportive culture. We focused on delivering the best products and service for our customers, and we also make time to celebrate our achievements and share our successes.

Our story still has many pages to be written and we are now seeking a Lab Assistant to support the R&D; Team and help us deliver of flavour solutions to our customers in a socially ethical, responsible, and sustainable way.

YOUR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS





To be a complimentary fit for this role you will have:

- Diploma in Food Science or a similar equivalent qualification.
- Passionate about food and the science behind the making of food
- Collaborative and effective team player.
- Be proactive and predictive with processes and production.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- Transparent, professional, and articulate communication.
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High levels of initiative.
- Positive ‘can do’ attitude.
- Strong alignment to organisational values.

YOUR ROLE

You will be key support to the R&D; development team, ensuring that the relevant raw materials are available and undertake any relevant tasks in assisting the process of making flavour.

- Overview – assist in the delivery and preparation of samples, formulations and related tasks for the customers. Support reactive and proactive marketing presentations and goals.
- Sensory – assist in the lab with projects by preparing and setting up flavour tastings for internal evaluation.
- Briefs – Blending, preparing and setup of concept tastings, flavour evaluations.
- Samples – prepare, package and dispatch client samples.
- Collaboration – you will work collaboratively with the relevant departments and equip yourself with knowledge and information required to fulfill and complete your day-to-day tasks.
- Rotation – Ability to provide support to either Creations and/or applications teams and tasks as delegated by the line manager.
- Approach – you will be dynamic, flexible, and collaborative in approach to internal and external projects.
- Raw materials - Maintain and organise the raw materials in an orderly manner. Replenish and update stock of raw materials.
- Maintenance of lab – ensure the lab is clean and organised for the following day’s work. Ensure equipment is clean and kept in an orderly fashion.

This is an entry level role

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia

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📌 Laboratory Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Essential
📍 Melbourne