Chanel Control Laboratory Technician — Perfumes & Beauty

About Chanel

Chanel is the preeminent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and a leading perfumes & beauty division. Privately held and characterised by an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship, Chanel combines artistic heritage with rigorous product quality and a global luxury presence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform routine and release analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples and finished beauty and fragrance products according to established methods and SOPs.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments including GC-MS, HPLC and spectrophotometers; ensure instrument calibration and performance verification.
• Prepare samples, execute validated test methods, record and interpret analytical data and produce accurate laboratory reports.
• Manage sample traceability and documentation in LIMS and paper records; ensure full compliance with GMP, internal quality procedures and regulatory requirements applicable to cosmetics and fragrances.
• Execute stability and ageing studies, participate in product release decisions and support stability claim investigations.
• Support non-conformance investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) in collaboration with QA and production teams.
• Contribute to method transfers, validation activities and continuous improvement of laboratory processes and SOPs.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping, enforce health & safety standards and ensure proper storage and handling of chemical reagents.

Qualifications

• Diploma in chemistry, analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent (BTS/DUT, Bachelor or vocational qualification).
• Practical experience in an analytical laboratory environment — preferably within cosmetics, perfumery, pharmaceuticals or consumer goods.
• Proven competence with instrumental techniques (GC-MS, HPLC, UV-Vis/FTIR) and standard wet-chemistry assays.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 22716 and laboratory quality systems; experience with LIMS highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, methodical record-keeping and the ability to work to deadlines under regulated conditions.

Skills

Experience

Typically 1–3 years of hands-on experience in an analytical quality-control laboratory; prior exposure to cosmetics or fragrance testing is strongly preferred.

Education

Diploma or degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent (BTS/DUT, Bachelor's or similar).

Workplace

Culture

Chanel fosters an environment defined by meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and exacting quality standards. The maison values long-term professional development, cross-disciplinary collaboration and pride in product excellence across its beauty operations.

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