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Product Excellence & Sensory Scientist

  • Buena Park, CA, United States

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Experience
3+ years of experience in sensory evaluation within the food industry.
Posting language
English

Original job description

Product Excellence & Sensory Scientist

Language Requirement: No Korean language skills required

Position Summary:

This role focuses on conducting sensory evaluations to ensure product quality within the New Product Development (NPD) process. The position also involves supporting R&D budget control and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct sensory evaluations to assess food product attributes for NPD and product excellence management.
  • Organize, train, and maintain sensory panels for accurate data collection.
  • Analyze sensory data and provide insights to guide product development.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and other teams to align sensory insights with product strategies.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and sensory evaluation techniques.
  • Communicate sensory findings to food scientists and stakeholders.
  • Support R&D budget monitoring and administrative tasks.
  • Research industry trends and competitors to ensure market competitiveness.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Food Science or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in sensory evaluation within the food industry.
  • Experience in food product development is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Ability to manage tasks independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
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Skills

  • Research
  • Food science
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Attention to detail

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