Laboratory Assistant
Date: Sep 23, 2026
Location: Tocancipa, CO
Company: CPL Aromas
As the largest fragrance only fragrance house in the world, we take pride in proactively shaping the future of the fragrance industry. We focus all our creativity, innovation, and energy into making fragrances and nothing else. CPL Aromas is home to some of the world’s leading perfumers, and we’re trusted by top brands to translate their creative vision into beautiful scents. We provide career and development opportunities for talented individuals across a range of disciplines – from all support functions to customer facing roles. A job at CPL Aromas promises a unique career path for anyone with a passion for the world of fragrance. With operations all over the world, we celebrate a diverse range of cultures at CPL Aromas and, we offer equal opportunities and flexibilities.
Reports to:
Quality Manager
Job Purpose
Carry out the weighing and manufacturing process of fragrance and base samples in compliance with established procedures, ensuring timely delivery according to internal customer requirements while maintaining quality standards and Health & Safety (H&S) requirements.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Receive sample manufacturing requests from Evaluation, Applications, Quality Control, Perfumers, Regulatory Affairs, and Production, and process them according to established specifications.
- Perform the weighing process in accordance with the company’s procedures using the system.
- Verify on a weekly basis that calibration requirements for assigned equipment are up to date and complied with.
- Monitor raw material inventory, ensuring that all materials to be used have a valid Quality Control approval status to guarantee the suitability of fragrances, bases, and solutions.
- Timely communicate the need to purchase raw materials from both the Colombia palette and the global palette, submitting the corresponding request to Production or
- Procurement as appropriate, to ensure material availability.
- Maintain laboratory raw materials within their validity period by coordinating any required re-testing activities.
- Conduct a monthly review and disposal of expired raw materials in accordance with CPL quality requirements.
- Provide a weekly report on laboratory activities and work progress to the Area Coordinator.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laboratory and work area.
- Comply with laboratory procedures and standards.
- Adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Roles and Responsibilities Matrix.
- Perform any additional related or complementary duties assigned according to the nature of the position and in compliance with the employment contract.
Skills and Attributes Required
Education
- Minimum: High School Diploma.
- Preferred: Technical degree in Chemistry or a related field.
Training
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in laboratories or production environments.
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to Follow Instructions
- Responsibility and Accountability
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or disability status. Due to large volume of applications, we are only able to contact applicants who meet the role requirements. The salary package offer will only be discussed with the final candidate, based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills. Should your skills and experience fit the above criteria, please click apply link to submit your application.