Quality Control Apprentice — Fragrances
Parfums Christian Dior — Orléans: Quality Control Apprentice, Fragrances (alternance) starting Sept 2026.
Overview
Parfums Christian Dior is the fragrance and cosmetics Maison operating within the Parfums & Cosmétiques business group of LVMH. Renowned for craftsmanship, creativity and French luxury savoir‑faire, the Maison combines scientific rigour in its laboratories with artistic direction to create emblematic perfumes and beauty products.
Role & Responsibilities
- Join the Quality Directorate and undertake assignments in the perfumes laboratory based at the Saint‑Jean‑de‑Braye site (Orléans area).
- Support and follow quality projects related to fragrances in collaboration with laboratory and operational teams.
- Contribute to understanding, updating and applying laboratory processes, documentation and quality procedures.
- Perform quality control tests and inspections on perfume products according to laboratory protocols.
- Monitor, record and participate in the treatment of non‑conformities and associated corrective actions.
- Take part in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory performance and compliance.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bac+2 or Bac+3 programme in chemistry, quality control, or industrial processes (seeking an alternance starting September 2026).
- Available for a full‑time apprenticeship contract (alternance) from September 2026.
- Demonstrates rigour, methodical approach and strong attention to detail.
- Able to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.
- Curious, engaged and motivated to learn within a demanding industrial and regulated environment.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level — no prior professional experience required. Suitable for candidates seeking an apprenticeship (alternance) to develop practical quality‑control skills in a fragrances laboratory.
Education
Bac+2 / Bac+3 (equivalent to a 2–3 year diploma) in chemistry, quality control, or industrial processes.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, creativity and uncompromising quality, underpinned by a commitment to inclusion and respect for diverse perspectives. Teams operate in a collaborative, high‑standards environment where learning, curiosity and collective excellence are encouraged.