Sensory Scientist
Miami
Regular
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE
We are looking for a Sensory Scientist in 5707 Blue Lagoon Dr, Miami, FL 33126 USA. Your mission will be to:
Main activities:
Prepare samples using good overall lab practices and document each step and ensure testing area sanitized after each set of samples.
Set up sensory evaluation room for testing; which includes delivery and pickup of individual samples, basic daily cleanup, overall general knowledge and expected behavior when exposed to external panelists.
Track samples as they are moved through testing. Ensure communication with other groups regarding sample arrivals as well as sensory test schedules and samples still needed to complete sensory sessions.
Lead a sensory panel with internal and external participants.
Interface with clients to help determine their needs and how to apply sensory science to answer their research question. The clients will include persons from other sensory departments, marketing, quality, product development, and executives.
Evaluate samples for expiration dates and proper and safe handling practices.
Follow master preparation documentation, methods and standard operating procedures and ensure documentation as required
Document training to meet quality systems and ask questions of supervisor to gain additional knowledge as it pertains to methods and processes within Sensory.
Report all errors to Supervisor; assist in investigation for sensory non-conformances.
Enter and review information as needed into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs) and SPEQ system.
Share information with clients, coworkers, supervisor and managers in a professional and courteous manner and ensure appropriate interaction with external panelists and potential participants
Provide support and guidance to sensory technicians and management to improve project outcomes, service delivery, and insights.
Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process (TQM).
Perform other related duties as needed.
YOUR PROFILE
Knowledge:
Profile:
Bachelors
or Master's degree in Food Science or related with at least two years experience
in a sensory lab setting or equivalent.
Required skills:
Ability
to lift at least 25 pounds
Management:
Not applicable.
Work Environment:
Office and sensory lab setting
WHY JOIN US?
Ready for the journey?
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