Glanbia Nutritionals · 1 week ago
Analytical Lab Lead
Sharonville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGlanbia Nutritionals is a company focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey. They are seeking an experienced Flavor Analytical Lead to support flavor creation, product development, and innovation initiatives through advanced analytical testing and leadership of a small team of analytical scientists.
Dietary SupplementsNutrition
Responsibilities
Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of flavors, extracts, and complex mixtures using GC, GC - MS, GC - FID, HPLC, SPME, and related analytical techniques
Conduct extraction, purification, and identification of flavor compounds in raw materials and finished products
Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods to support new product development and quality objectives
Prepare, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation, ensuring high accuracy and reliability in analytical workflows
Interpret complex analytical datasets and provide clear, actionable reports
Supervise and mentor a small team of analytical scientists, fostering technical development and operational excellence
Manage customer-driven analytical projects and innovation initiatives, delivering results efficiently and with scientific depth
Ensure laboratory operations meet internal SOPs, regulatory standards, and safety requirements
Maintain precise documentation for methods, validation protocols, instrument logs, and analytical findings
Partner closely with flavorists, R&D scientists, quality, and production teams to ensure alignment of analytical insights with development goals
Support evaluation and implementation of new technologies, equipment, and techniques
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific field
10+ years of hands-on experience with GC, GC - MS, GC - FID, and related analytical instrumentation
Strong understanding of analytical chemistry, including extraction techniques, chromatography, and mass spectrometry
Experience in analytical method development and sample preparation techniques
Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem - solving abilities
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous priorities
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced R&D environment
Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment, handling chemical reagents and instrumentation
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed
Ability to stand or work at laboratory equipment for extended periods
Preferred
Experience analysing flavor compounds, natural extracts, and food chemistry, including sensory/organoleptic attributes
Proficiency with SPME headspace, liquid extraction, LC/LC - MS, and additional spectroscopic methods (NMR, FTIR)
Instrument troubleshooting and routine maintenance experience
Familiarity with regulated laboratory environments (GMP, GLP)
Experience using ChemStation and/or Empower data systems
Ability to interpret complex analytical profiles and provide data - driven recommendations
Benefits
Staff discounts
Generous family leave policy
Health & dental plan
Competitive salary
401K
Company
Glanbia Nutritionals
Glanbia Nutritionals manufactures and sells nutritional and functional ingredient solutions.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2006-09-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Thomas A. Tench
Chief Operating Officer
Bertha Marquez
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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