sr. sensory technician (1st shift).

• bridgewater , new jersey

• posted april 18, 2024

job details

summary

• $30 - $33.11 per hour

• contract

• high school

• category life, physical, and social science occupations

• reference47941

job details

job summary:

Innovation Sensory Insights is an essential function within company's Health Science's R&D organization that supports both innovation and renovation projects through product experience research. The team is looking for a Senior Technician for a 5-month assignment to cover a parental leave.

In this role, the individual will lead the day-to-day operations of the sensory and consumer testing conducted by the department. This includes collaborating with the scientists to ensure all logistics necessary for their projects are covered and enable projects to operate smoothly and efficiently.

location: Bridgewater, New Jersey

job type: Contract

salary: $30.00 - 33.11 per hour

work hours: 9 to 5

education: High School

responsibilities:

Responsible for day-to-day operation of the sensory laboratory:

• Plans and procures products and supplies for the laboratory each week to enable on site tastings and product evaluations (e.g. foods, beverages, cups, napkins, etc.)

• Coordinates shipments and deliveries with outside vendors and pilot plant - including documentation, distribution and storage once received.

• Programs sensory software and performs data cleanup for descriptive analysis and discrimination panel evaluations

• Maintains records of attendance, performance and administration of feedback for descriptive and discrimination panels

• Maintains laboratory cleanliness and demonstrates safe laboratory behavior; attends training as needed and coordinates efforts with facilities.

• Trains technicians and/or others in a support role (who may share laboratory spaces where testing/tastings are conducted) on good laboratory practices and all sample preparation and storage requirements.

• Maintains team SharePoint and overall department project tracker

• Supports execution of on-site and external sensory and consumer testing:

• Schedule, plan and execute informal lab tastings including product preparation, ballot development and reporting.

• Leads in execution and analysis of acuity testing for discrimination & descriptive panelists

• Procures, codes and ships products for external consumer testing ensuring timely delivery and record keeping

• Coordinates with test facilities upon arrival to ensure appropriate record keeping, product storage and compliance with rescreening for allergens and other inclusion / exclusion criteria

• Coordinates with facilities for onsite consumer testing to ensure facility is ready for consumer research (e.g. room set up, staffing for product prep, alert security)

• Provides support as needed to all R&D teams utilizing sensory software in their product evaluations

qualifications:

• High School diploma minimum, Bachelor's degree preferred

• 2+ years experience working in a sensory department in the consumer goods industry

• Working knowledge of sensory methodology

• Working knowledge of sensory software (e.g. Eye Question, Fizz, Compusense, Red Jade)

• Ability to self-manage, juggle multiple priorities, and pay attention to details

skills: MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, MS-Powerpoint

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.