Samples Assistant

Samples Assistant

Thirsk, North Yorkshire, UK

Onsite

Weigh, mix, pack and label sample flavours according to specific recipes and by following operational procedures and adhering to health and safety guidelines.

DEI Statement

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Samples Manager and/or Samples Planner to collect a formula (recipe) required to prepare a specified quantity of a special powder mix which has been previously developed by a technologist

• Study the formula and bring together all the necessary ingredients from the appropriate storeroom to prepare the required quantity of the sample

• Weigh and mix individual ingredients to weights specified in the formula and according to specified methods

• Weighing, potting and labelling of materials in stock

• Pack and label the samples ready for dispatch to the customer

• Maintain appropriate stocks of sample containers, dispatch boxes and other sundries necessary for the dispatch of samples

• Updating stock levels of raw materials and finished goods as and when required

• Ensure that the appropriate paperwork (e.g. specification/health and safety data) is included with the sample

• Train factory operatives as relief / replacements in the preparation of customer samples

• Use of SAP system and Microsoft Excel

  We bring

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;

• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

  You bring

• Good math skills to read and weigh up formulas

• Detail orientated and ability to work with a sense of urgency. Handle multiple projects in an organised methodical manner

• Ability to follow proper lab procedures and safety policies. Ability to carry out repetitive procedures.

• Good communication skills. Computer literate. Work effectively as a team member. Ability to show initiative / pro-activity

• Minimum Level qualifications – good GCSE or A Level. Experience of working in a laboratory would be beneficial, but not essential

  Equal Opportunities Commitment

  dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

  dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

  We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

  About dsm-firmenich

  As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.