Applications technician (La Cañada)

About ROHA

From one small office in India in 1972 to a leading multinational company, ROHA engages in the manufacture and marketing of colors and food ingredients. Today, the company has offices in 22 countries, with 14 technical application labs across multiple time zones. Manufacturing facilities are located in 14 countries including the US, UK, Spain, Italy, India, South Africa, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Egypt, Brazil, Mexico and Australia. ROHA’s products are marketed in more than 130 countries. The portfolio includes natural extracts (oleoresins, juices and concentrates), an exclusive range of synthetic colors for the cosmetics and household goods industries, industrial colors, and animal feed additives.

Hiring Applications Technician

Candidates must be based in Queretaro, Mexico.

Reporting to R&D Manager

This role reports directly to the R&D Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Identifies, initiates, designs, directs and conducts research in the area of formulation and analytical chemistry, leading to the development and implementation of new products and analytical methods for the company. Maintains competency in up-to-date analytical chemistry, formulation techniques and chemical theory, and investigates the feasibility of using this technology in the development and analysis of our products.

Fulfills the role as a technical consultant/troubleshooter for formulation and analytical chemistry problems that fall beyond the scope of plant or corporate personnel. Initiates, coordinates and oversees systems to improve testing and development efficiencies within the integral technical team.

Validates test methods using applicable food matrices to prove the analytical method is acceptable for its intended purpose, including specificity, linearity, accuracy, precision, range, detection and quantification limits. Establishes robust methods, ensuring they remain unaffected by small, deliberate variations in method parameters and indicating reliability during normal usage.

Mandatory Requirements & Skills

• Candidates with at least 3 years of experience.
• Basic knowledge of SAP.
• Strong knowledge of color applications across different product categories (beverages, confectionery, dairy, bakery, savory, etc.).
• Solid understanding of food ingredients, additives, and processing technologies.
• Familiarity with food regulations and standards (FDA, Codex, and local/international regulations).
• Ability to perform color matching, shade adjustment, and product optimization according to customer requirements.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Sales, R&D, and Quality teams to support customer projects.
• Good documentation skills (reports, formulations, technical data sheets).
• Basic knowledge of quality systems and food safety standards.
• Effective communication skills with a strong customer‑oriented mindset.