Food Lab Assistant Jobs in Edison, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Join our dynamic Food Flavor Development and Manufacturing team as an entry-level Food Lab Technician. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to apply their academic knowledge and internship experience in a professional laboratory setting.

• Assist in the preparation, testing, and evaluation of food flavor samples.
• Conduct routine laboratory analyses to support product development and quality assurance.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, results, and processes.
• Collaborate with senior scientists and technicians on flavor formulation projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Support manufacturing teams with technical insights and lab-based solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
• 6 months of laboratory experience preferred (academic or internship experience accepted).
• Strong understanding of food chemistry, flavor development, and sensory evaluation.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Laboratory-based role with occasional collaboration in manufacturing facilities.
• Hands-on involvement in flavor development projects.
• Exposure to innovative food science techniques and industry-standard practices.

• Opportunity to grow within a leading food flavor company.
• Mentorship from experienced food scientists.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

This is a Contract position based out of East Hanover, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in East Hanover,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

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