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Fragrance Compounder Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Compounder - 2nd Shift Princeton, NJ As a Compounder, you will play a key role in producing high ... Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or ...

Compounder - 2nd Shift Princeton, NJ As a Compounder, you will play a key role in producing high ... Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or ...

Compounder - 2nd Shift

Ridgefield, NJ · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder-Aromair Compounding

New Albany, OH · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

... fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch ... The compounder is responsible for blending all raw materials required in the preparation of bulk ...

Compounder-Aromair Compounding

New Albany, OH · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

... fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch ... The compounder is responsible for blending all raw materials required in the preparation of bulk ...

Compounder

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder

Gainesville, GA

$17.50 - $22/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder, 3rd Shift

Ridgefield, NJ · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

Compounder, 3rd Shift

Ridgefield, NJ · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially ... The Manufacturing Compounder is responsible for precisely weighing and mixing raw materials ...

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How much do fragrance compounder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for fragrance compounder in the United States is $20.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fragrance compounder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fragrance Compounder, you need strong knowledge of chemistry, attention to detail, and experience with fragrance blending, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training in chemistry or perfumery. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, automated mixing systems, and inventory management software is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow precise instructions make someone stand out in this position. These skills are crucial to ensure accurate formulation, maintain product quality, and uphold safety standards in fragrance production.

What are some common challenges faced by fragrance compounders, and how can they be addressed in the workplace?

Fragrance Compounders often encounter challenges such as maintaining precision when measuring and mixing ingredients, as even small errors can impact the final product's quality. Working with strong scents and chemicals also requires strict adherence to safety protocols and the use of protective equipment. Effective communication with perfumers and quality control teams is essential to ensure formulations are accurate and meet client expectations. To address these challenges, companies typically provide thorough training, maintain organized workspaces, and foster a collaborative environment where questions and feedback are encouraged.

What is a fragrance compounder?

A Fragrance Compounder is a professional who blends various aromatic chemicals, essential oils, and other ingredients to create fragrances used in products like perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, and household items. They follow precise formulas provided by perfumers or chemists, ensuring accurate measurements and mixing of materials. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of chemical properties, and adherence to safety protocols. Fragrance Compounders often work in laboratories or manufacturing facilities and play an important role in the development and production of new scents.
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Compounder (2nd Shift) - Princeton, NJ

Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques

Princeton, NJ • On-site

$27 - $29/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Compounder – 2nd Shift Princeton, NJ

As a Compounder, you will play a key role in producing high-quality, safe products by executing compounding and material-handling tasks with precision. This position follows strict Quality Management, Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP standards to ensure every batch meets regulatory and customer expectations. As a direct contributor to our quality and food-safety goals, the Compounder helps maintain compliance across all production activities. If you're detail-driven and committed to operational excellence, this role puts you at the heart of our manufacturing success.

Your key responsibilities:

  • Follow all approved production, quality, food safety, and safety procedures.
  • Comply with GMP, HACCP, PRPs, OPRPs, and CCP monitoring requirements as assigned.
  • Accurately compound materials according to approved formulas and batch instructions.
  • Prevent contamination and product mix-ups by maintaining proper ventilation, practicing 5S housekeeping, operating material-handling equipment safely, wearing required PPE, and following chemical handling and spill-response procedures.
  • Immediately report any quality deviations, food safety hazards, equipment issues, or unsafe conditions to supervision.
  • Maintain product integrity by properly operating pumps, filters, scales, computer systems, and other production equipment throughout processing, storage, and transfer.

We bring:

  • Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
  • A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
  • A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you'll work on what's next
  • Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
  • A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
  • A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well

You bring:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 1–3 years of experience working as a packing compounder.
  • Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points).
  • Ability to stand for 60–90% of the workday.
  • Ability to frequently lift a 35-lb product hose.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant's job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $27.00- $29.00. In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

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.

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.