Job Summary

Are you passionate about microbiological testing and ready to ensure product safety and quality in a collaborative and accountable team environment?

IFF in Rochester, NY (Plant) is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to join our Quality Control team!

This is a full-time, onsite role responsible for performing routine microbiological testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished probiotic products. You will play a key role in ensuring product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance through accurate and timely testing.

Be part of a collaborative and accountable team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final productsRelease products using SAP Quality Management module based on validated resultsTroubleshoot non-conforming products and participate in contamination investigationsConduct facility and lab sampling per QC protocolsCommunicate test results to plant staff and managementSupport Operations and Engineering teams with responsive QC testingParticipate in team meetings to align on scheduling and prioritiesFollow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and Good Lab PracticesSupport shelf-life testing and QC for new product development

What Makes You the Right Fit

Minimum Associate degree in biology, biotechnology, microbiology, or equivalent1–2 years of related work experience (preferred)Proficiency in microbiological test methods and sample preparationExperience with probiotics enumeration and stability testing (preferred)Ability to interpret resultsKnowledge of microbial identification and plating techniquesFamiliarity with lab documentation and regulatory complianceAnalytical thinking and problem-solving mindsetDetail-oriented with strong documentation management skills

How Would You Stand Out?

Experience in food or dietary supplement manufacturing environmentsKnowledge of packaging materials and analytical methodsPractical experience with lab automation and scaling processes

Why Choose Us?

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid parental leave (16 weeks)401(k) with 6% company matchCareer development programs and tuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programsSafe and inclusive work environmentand more!

Salary arrangements:
Total Base Pay Range to  $24-27/hour

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Salary Ranges:

$54000- $67500