Jobs in Towaco New Jersey

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

In our Fragrance and Beauty division, we bring together creativity and science for consumer products. As consumer needs are constantly evolving, our imagination comes together to bring fresh new fragrant ideas for every market. We are endlessly fascinated by the relationship people have with scent, and we are constantly carrying out in-depth research that enables us to identify new trends and present exciting opportunities to our customers.

Reporting to a Category Director, and being onsite (4 days in office) in our East Hanover New Jersey Creative Center, you will initiate market research projects and build consumer understanding. As a Consumer Insights Manager in our Personal Care Products division, you will partner with our our teams to support fragrance development and deliver upon sales goals. You will be a category expert sharing your knowledge with our internal and external clients.

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• Lead Research - Lead market research for regional or cross regional projects by applying the appropriate qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to meet the project end goals. Support sales and development teams as the market research expert in direct contact with clients; discuss and review strategies, methodologies, and results.
  

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• Business Partner - Work with internal colleagues on Personal Care projects. Throughout the fragrance development cycle, provide in-depth interpretation of results to guide fragrance development. Additionally, help build rationale to support our submissions. Work with category teams to identify gaps in knowledge and to develop and test hypotheses relating to insights into consumer behavior.
  

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• Project Management - Full management of Personal Care Customer Insights projects. This includes study design, cost management, and negotiations with agencies. Additionally, it involves quality checks, hands-on data analysis, including statistical testing, insight development, and results presentations. Participation in the digital agenda.
  

You?

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• University Degree (Marketing, Data Analysis, Statistic, Science) Advanced Degree Helpful
  
• 5+ years of experience in consumer market research
  
• Understanding of statistics - in-depth understanding of inferential and multivariate statistics and experimental design
  
• Demonstrate competent knowledge and use of qualitative and quantitative methodologies (protocols, designs, questionnaires)
  
• Familiar with data reduction, consumer segmentation, and driver analysis techniques to interrogate data from different perspectives, to develop hypotheses for fragrance development and arguments to support submissions
  

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Family Leave, and a high matching 401k

Job Title and Base Salary commensurate with education and experience. $100k-$130k per year.

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Position Title: Junior Applications Laboratory Technician

Location: East Hanover, New Jersey (On-Site | Full-Time)

Reporting To: Application Lab Manager

Compensation: $50,000 - $58,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Job Purpose

Support Application Team members, coordinate & organize bases, supplies & fragrance oils for the Application Lab. Order Supplies for all Labs & maintain inventory for Applications. Perform Physical Testing & Sample Making as needed, and Support Lab Manager & Director

Core Responsibilities:

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• Organize & prepare materials required for sample preparation
  
• Help in updating and revising technical documentation in the department, under guidance.
  
• Responsible for the management of customer base inventories, internal bases, and packaging inventories
  
• Assist in the administration of materials and laboratory organization
  
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment
  
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
  
• Detail-oriented & strong organizational skills
  

Additional Responsibilities

* Administration of sample requests and ordering of fragrance oils
* Operate and help maintain standard lab equipment

* Perform physical-chemical measurements

Experience:

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• Technical training or Higher Education Qualification in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a similar subject. Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
  
• At least 1 year of experience in a related area
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Applications & SAP preferred
  
• Ability to communicate in English required
  

Skills required:

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• Knowledge of good laboratory practice and safe handling of chemicals
  
• Accurate record keeping and attention to detail
  
• Basic Chemistry knowledge preferred
  
• Understanding of ISO protocols
  
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and applications such as MS products (Excel, Word, etc), SAP, as well as the ability to learn new systems/applications
  
• Basic knowledge of lab equipment and its safe usage
  
• Good Communication skills (verbal & written)
  

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, family leave and a high matching 401k plan.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.
In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Pay: $24.00/hr- $25.00/hr

Shift: 3rd

About the position:
The Quality Lab Sensory Analyst position at Givaudan involves evaluating flavoring products and incoming ingredients through sensory evaluations and basic physical-chemical. Under general supervision, the analyst will identify and document non-conforming products, applying simple corrections as necessary. The role requires performing basic equipment calibrations and supporting various laboratory functions as directed. The analyst will enter test results into the computer system, SAP, leading to either approval or rejection of products based on the evaluations conducted. In addition to the core responsibilities, the analyst will support miscellaneous lab functions, which may include pre-shipment sample processing, filing retain samples, maintaining lab supplies, and disposing of liquid hazardous waste.

The role also involves identifying out-of-specification results and applying simple corrections, as well as documenting and communicating non-conformances to higher-level quality personnel and operations as needed. The analyst will analyze and collect data for investigations and must work in accordance with all relevant requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), American Institute of Baking (AIB), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and internal safety guidelines. Participation in site training sessions and improvement projects related to quality, food safety, safety, problem-solving, lean manufacturing, and 5S is also expected. The position requires excellent attendance, flexibility, enthusiasm, and a positive approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities:

* Evaluate flavoring products and incoming ingredients through sensory evaluations and basic tests.
* Identify and document non-conforming products and apply simple corrections.
* Enter test results in SAP for approval or rejection of products.
* Support miscellaneous lab functions such as pre-ship sample processing, filing, and maintaining lab supplies.
* Dispose of liquid hazardous waste and perform basic equipment calibrations as per procedures.
* Identify out-of-specification results and apply simple corrections.
* Document and communicate non-conformances to higher-level quality personnel and operations.
* Analyze and collect data for investigations.
* Work in accordance with GMP, AIB, OSHA, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and internal safety guidelines.
* Attend site training sessions and participate in improvement projects related to quality and safety.

Requirements:

* High school diploma or equivalent required; Chemistry or Laboratory Technique coursework preferred.
* Minimum 2-3 years experience in manufacturing operations background (food or chemical preferred) with at least 1 year of Sensory laboratory work experience.
* SAP experience is required.
* Strong written and verbal English skills; ability to read and explain technical documentation.
* Computer skills including Microsoft Office.
* Ability to think creatively and be open to change and learning.
* Customer awareness and a desire to achieve results as a team player.

* Mandatory Scheduled Weekend (2 days a month)

Nice-to-haves:

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• Experience in sensory analysis is preferred.
  
• Laboratory experience of 1 year is preferred.
  

Benefits:

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• Health insurance
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Vision insurance
  
• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• Paid time off
  

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

The Auto Property Damage Claims Representative is responsible for managing Auto Property Damage claims within our “Auto PD Claim Unit.” This role demands a high level of customer service, patience, and professionalism while working in a fast-paced environment with significant phone interaction. Strong customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills are essential. The ability to navigate adversarial situations with professionalism is critical. Comparative negligence claim handling experience is a plus but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy Analysis:

• Investigate and interpret policy provisions, endorsements, and conditions to determine coverage for automobile property claims.
• Identify and investigate contested coverage claims that may require a roundtable discussion.

Claim Investigation:

• Investigate auto accidents to assess liability by interviewing first- and third-party claimants, witnesses, investigating officers, and other relevant parties.
• Secure and analyze pertinent records, documentation, and loss scene information to determine proximate cause, negligence, and damages.

Claims Management:

• Evaluate and adjust reserves as necessary.
• Prepare dispatch instructions for field personnel to inspect vehicles.
• Negotiate and settle claims within individual authority limits and seek supervisor approval for claims exceeding authority or requiring additional guidance.
• Maintain effective follow-up systems on pending files, advising insureds, claimants, and brokers on claim status.
• Act as an intermediary between the company, preferred vendors, and customers to resolve disputes.
• Ensure adherence to privacy guidelines, laws, and regulations in claims handling.

Subrogation and Legal Handling:

• Investigate and initiate subrogation processes when applicable.
• Handle and respond to special civil part lawsuits or intercompany arbitrations related to auto property damage claims.

Administrative Duties:

• Manage a customer-focused phone environment by answering calls, returning voicemails, and responding to emails and text correspondence promptly.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail timely and in accordance with state guidelines.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A minimum of 1 year of related PD claim experience is welcomed but not required.
• Proficiency in personal computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

SALARY RANGE

The pay range for this position is $47,000 to $55,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off, 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
• Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner’s insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Operations Project Manager sits at the intersection of production planning and project/program management and plays a critical role in translating customer demand, business strategy, and operational capabilities into executable plans.

This role is responsible for:

• Production Forecasting and Capacity Planning (~40%) — Developing and maintaining production forecasts and capacity plans to ensure the organization has the right people, stations, and sequencing in place to meet customer demand.
• Portfolio Project Management (~40%) — Driving execution and alignment across a portfolio of operational, manufacturing, engineering, and business initiatives, ensuring priorities are clearly sequenced, resources are allocated appropriately, and projects progress according to plan.
• Additional Assignments (~20%) — Supporting the Operations and Production Directors with operational initiatives as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, reviewing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the product lifecycle, supporting process improvement efforts, and assisting with operational coordination.



This is a highly cross-functional role that partners closely with Production, Process Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Leadership. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and detail-oriented, and is comfortable bringing clarity, organization, and strong follow-through to complex operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Forecasting & Planning (~40%)

• Own and maintain production forecasts across standard, custom, and R&D orders.
• Translate demand into capacity and resource plans, including labor, stations/equipment, and shift planning.
• Maintain resource models by station, value stream, and operator.
• Partner with Production, Process and Engineering to assign work, identify bottlenecks, and mitigate risks.
• Track forecast vs. actual performance and improve planning accuracy.
• Support planning in a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment with both production and R&D workstreams.
• Support scale decisions, including staffing, cross-training, additional stations, and automation opportunities.

2. Project & Portfolio Management (~40%)

• Manage a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives across manufacturing scale, process improvement, engineering enablement, and operational systems.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and dependencies.
• Drive execution by tracking actions, ensuring follow-through, and escalating risks.
• Help leadership sequence priorities and align resources across operational initiatives.
• Prepare status updates, dashboards, and decision materials.

3. Additional Assignments (~20%)

Support Operations and Production leadership with initiatives that improve execution, standardization, and cross-functional coordination, including:

• Maintaining and improving SOPs and work instructions across the product lifecycle.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Assisting with operational reporting, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Contributing to special projects and operational initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations planning and program/project management, or manufacturing operations (startup or scale‑up experience strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with hands‑on experience in:
• Forecasting and capacity planning
• Resource modeling and scenario analysis
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Ability to manage stakeholders at various levels.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, hardware, photonics, semiconductors, or advanced technology environments
• Familiarity with:
• High‑volume / high mix production
• R&D and custom order workflows
• Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence frameworks
• Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with planning or PM tools is a plus
  

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Provide end-to-end architectural leadership for a highly complex, Service Cloud implementation built on an existing multi-cloud Salesforce footprint (Sales, Service).

· Define the target-state architecture, integration patterns, data models, sharing models, and governance frameworks required for scalable community/portal solutions.

· Lead solution design workshops, validate business requirements, create architectural roadmaps, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards and security policies.

· Oversee technical delivery, mentor cross-functional teams, and ensure solution integrity across Experience Cloud, Lightning, Apex, and external systems.

Experience Requirement

· 10+ years Salesforce solution architecture experience; 5+ years specific to Experience Cloud or complex portal architectures.

Certification Requirement

· Salesforce Certified Experience Cloud Consultant (required).

· Salesforce Application Architect or System Architect

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Job Title: Salesforce Service Cloud Architect

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Interview: Video Interview

Description:

Define end-to-end Salesforce Service Cloud architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and enterprise standards

Design scalable and modular solutions across Case Management, Omni-Channel, Knowledge Base, Live Agent, CTI, and Email-to-Case

Lead the design of data models, security models, and sharing architectures

Develop integration strategies using REST/SOAP APIs, Platform Events, and middleware tools like MuleSoft, Informatica, or Dell Boomi

Evaluate and recommend AppExchange products and third-party tools as part of the solution landscape

Create solution blueprints, sequence diagrams, and architecture documentation for development teams

Technical Leadership

Serve as the technical authority for Salesforce implementations, providing direction to developers, administrators, and functional consultants

Enforce governance standards, design patterns, and best practices across all Salesforce projects

Perform code reviews, solution assessments, and ensure compliance with Salesforce platform limits and security standards

Mentor development teams and guide them on Apex, LWC, Integration, and Performance Optimization

Stakeholder & Delivery Management

Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and client stakeholders to translate requirements into robust technical designs

Participate in solution estimation, RFP responses, and pre-sales activities, providing architectural recommendations and effort sizing

Work with cross-functional teams (Infrastructure, Security, Data, and Integration) to ensure seamless end-to-end solution delivery

Support release planning, DevOps strategy, and CI/CD pipelines for Salesforce environments

Governance & Quality

Ensure compliance with Salesforce best practices, governor limits, and data security policies

Establish and maintain architecture governance frameworks, technical documentation, and design repositories

Lead performance reviews, scalability assessments, and security audits of Salesforce solutions

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 10+ years of experience of Deep expertise in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), SOQL/SOSL, REST/SOAP APIs

Minimum 8+ years of experience Strong understanding of Salesforce data model, security, and integration architecture

Minimum 10+ years of experience Hands-on experience designing and implementing Service Cloud, including Omni-Channel, CTI, Knowledge, and Case Management

Proven track record of leading large-scale enterprise implementations

Familiarity with DevOps tools (Copado, Jenkins, Git, Gearset) and CI/CD automation

Experience in Agile delivery frameworks and global delivery models

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or actively pursuing CTA

Knowledge of Field Service Lightning (FSL), Einstein Bots, or Salesforce Industries (Vlocity)

Experience integrating Salesforce with legacy or cloud-based systems (AWS, Azure, SAP, etc.)

Familiarity with Agile at Scale (SAFe, LeSS) and multi-cloud Salesforce implementations

Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with a strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

Excellent leadership and team collaboration abilities

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with both technical and business audiences

Salesforce Certifications (Mandatory):

Application Architect or System Architect

Platform Developer I & II

Service Cloud Consultant